OUJI-CR 4-46

CONTRIBUTING TO DELINQUENCY

OF A MINOR - ELEMENTS

No person may be convicted of contributing to the delinquency of a minor unless the State has proved beyond a reasonable doubt each element of the crime. These elements are:

First, knowingly/willfully;

Second, caused/aided/abetted/encouraged;

Third, a child under eighteen (18) years old;

Fourth, to be/become/remain a delinquent/runaway child.

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Statutory Authority: 21 O.S. Supp. 2000, § 856(A).

(2000 Supp.)