Actus Reus (Theft)

Question 1

One assumption of the right of the owner amounts to appropriation

Answer 1

R v Morris

Question 2

Appropriation can occur even with consent

Answer 2

R v Lawrence

Question 3

Appropriation can occur even with consent and no deception

Answer 3

R v Hinks

Question 4

Body parts are property if application of skill or used for teaching purposes

Answer 4

R v Kelly and Lindsey

Question 5

Confidential information cannot be stolen

Answer 5

Oxford v Moss

Question 6

Wild flowers, plants and foliage cannot be stolen unless sold for commercial purposes.

Answer 6

S.4(3) Theft act of 1968

Question 7

Wild animals cannot be stolen

Answer 7

S.4(4) Theft act 1968

Question 8

If a service has not been payed for then the business that provided the service has greater proprietary rights

Answer 8

Turner (No2)

Question 9

If a person receives property for another and a deal has been agreed, the person has an obligation to deal and retain as agreed upon

Answer 9

Davidge v Bunnett

Question 10

If property received by mistake, the person is obligated to make amends to the restoration

Answer 10

AG’s Ref

Question 11

In which order does the actus Reus of theft go?

Answer 11

Appropriates
Property
Belonging to another