assault- criminal justice act 1988 Flashcards
1
Q
actus reus
A
an act that causes the victim to apprehend immediate, unlawful personal violence.
2
Q
mens rea
A
intention to cause fear or recklessness.
3
Q
case examples
A
logdon- pointed fake gun at woman, caused her fear, told her it wasn’t real but the fear had set in and she went to the police.
tuberville- put his hand on a sword and threatened someone.
misalati- worked in job center and was making threats at staff, they feared violence.
