The origin and significance of an Omission (or failure to act) as criminal offenses. Define Omissions (failures to act) as criminal cases. Describe its origins and reference case law and use legal terms, including: “actus reus”. Provide evidence of its importance in the justice system. While primarily addressing the topic selected, you will want to discuss or expand on the topic by using relevant cases, current events from the news or internet, and present your perspective on that item as it relates to the topic.