Abstract Electricity Flashcards
1
Q
Definition:
A
A person who
DISHONESTLY
USES WITHOUT DUE AUTHORITY
OR
DISHONESTLY CAUSES
TO BE WASTED OR DIVERTED
any electricity
2
Q
Dishonesty Test:
A
Ivey v Genting Casinos:
1.) Was the action dishonest according to the ordinary standards of reasonable and honest people?
2.) This test must objectively assessed regardless of the defendants belief of what was reasonable
3
Q
“Uses”
A
Implies consumption of electricity which would not have occurred without the act of the accused
4
Q
“Without due authority”
A
Eg Charing phone at work, employee using printer, household bypassing meter
5
Q
“Wasted”
“Diverted”
A
Include someone out of mischief/ malice turning on lights
Normal meaning for diverted
