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Jury Instruction - On or about - Knowingly - Only When Willfulness or Specific Intent is Not an Element 2026

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The document explains that in criminal indictments, the government does not need to prove the exact date of an offense, only that it occurred on or about the alleged date. The term 'knowingly' indicates that the act was done intentionally and not by mistake. It references legal precedents affirming that time is not a material element of a crime when an alibi defense is presented.

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Begin by reviewing the introductory section that explains the 'on or about' language. This clarifies that the exact date of the offense does not need to be proven, just a date reasonably near the alleged date.
Next, focus on the definition of 'knowingly.' Ensure you understand that this term indicates the act was done voluntarily and intentionally, without mistake or accident.
If there are any fields for annotations or comments, consider adding relevant case references such as United States v. Creamer and United States v. Reed to support your understanding of how these terms have been interpreted in court.

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