In this field of law, the “People” case established the doctrine of “legal impossibility,” distinct from “factual impossibility.” A namesake “conversation” in this field of law is similar to a breach of promise but has been abolished (-5[1])by over half of US states. “Mistakes of fact” (-5[1])in this field of law (10[1])are distinct from “mistakes of law,” which (-5[1])are often excluded for violating ignorantia juris (10[1])non excusat. This field of law divides its central subject into mala in se (10[1])and (10[2])mala prohibita (10[1])types. (10[2]-5[3])Jurisdictions (10[1]-5[1])place value on this field of law’s (10[1])objectives of retribution, (10[1]-5[2])deterrence, (10[2]-5[1])and restoration. (10[13]-5[2])In this field (10[1])of law, (10[1])the external element is sometimes equated to the actus reus, which is often required as proof (10[1])alongside (10[1])the mens (10[1])rea. (10[3]-5[1])For (10[1])10 points, what field of law (10[1])concerns personal offenses like battery (-5[2])and assault? (10[2])■END■ (10[15]0[3])