Actus Reus

Question 1

R v Pittwood

Answer 1

• An omission can be actus reus under a contract, especially of employment.

Question 2

R v Gibbins and Proctor

Answer 2

• An omission can be actus reus because of a relationship such as parent and child.

Question 3

R v Stone and Dobinson

Answer 3

• An omission can be actus reus when a duty voluntarily is undertaken.
• Taking care of an elderly relative.

Question 4

R v Dytham

Answer 4

• An omission can be actus reus because of a public office, police officer.

Question 5

R v Miller, Santa-Bermudez, Evans

Answer 5

• An omission can be actus reus as a result of a dangerous situation created by the defendant.