Wis JI-Criminal 1354

Statutory Definition of the Crime

Placing foreign objects in edibles, as defined in § 941.325 of the Criminal Code of

Wisconsin, is committed by one who places objects, drugs, or other substances in candy or

other liquid or solid edibles with the intent to cause bodily harm to another person.

State's Burden of Proof

Before you may find the defendant guilty of this offense, the State must prove by

evidence which satisfies you beyond a reasonable doubt that the following two elements were

present.

Elements of the Crime That the State Must Prove

1. The defendant placed (an object) (a drug) (a substance) in (candy) (a liquid or solid

edible).

("Edible" means something that can be eaten.) 1

2. The defendant committed that act with intent to cause bodily harm to another person.

"Bodily harm" means physical pain, injury, illness, or any impairment of

physical condition. 2

Deciding About Intent

You cannot look into a person's mind to find intent. Intent must be found, if found at all,

from the defendant's acts, words, and statements, if any, and from all the facts and

circumstances in this case bearing upon intent.

Jury's Decision

If you are satisfied beyond a reasonable doubt that both elements of this offense have

been proved, you should find the defendant guilty.

If you are not so satisfied, you must find the defendant not guilty.