/ˈɛləmənt ɪˈsɛnʃəl tuː ðə əˈfɛns/ – Phrase
Definition: 1. yếu tố, dấu hiệu cấu thành tội phạm;
2. snh cấu thành tội phạm.
A more thorough explanation: “Element essential to the offence” refers to a specific component or factor that must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt in order to establish that a particular criminal offense has been committed. These elements are crucial for the prosecution to successfully convict a defendant of the crime charged. Failure to prove any essential element may result in the defendant being acquitted of the offense.
Example: Possession of a weapon is an element essential to the offense of carrying a concealed weapon.