Actus Reus Flashcards
1
Q
What is a voluntary act?
A
An act that you deliberately choose to do.
2
Q
What is an involuntary act?
A
An act which is not under the (D)’s control, for example spasms or sneezing.
3
Q
What is the burden and standard of proof?
A
The jury must be convinced Beyond reasonable doubt that the (D) is guilty.
4
Q
What is the Actus Reus?
A
The guilty act.
5
Q
In this case the court gave 3 examples of when a driver would be driving involuntary.
A
Hill v Baxter
