A Chamberlain direction on circumstantial evidence is not required in every case where intent must be inferred; where the only element in issue is intent and the trial judge repeatedly directs on the beyond reasonable doubt standard, the directions may be adequate without a formal Chamberlain direction. The bench book is a guide, not a set of mandatory commands about precise words that must be used.
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