STONE, J.
Baker was convicted of child abuse and battery of a six-year-old. He appeals only as to child abuse. We reverse because the state failed to present any evidence of the mental injury element of the offenses required under section 827.03, Florida Statutes (2005). That statute defines child abuse, in relevant part, as "[a]n intentional act that could reasonably be expected to result in physical or mental injury to a child." § 827.03(1)(b), Fla. Stat. ...
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