Attempts Flashcards
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Q: What is the definition of an attempt?
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A: ‘A person does an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of an offence.’
2
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Q: What case shows that mere preparation is not enough?
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A: R v Geddes (1996) – Hiding in a school toilet was only preparation.
3
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Q: What case confirmed that an attempt must be beyond preparation?
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A: R v Boyle and Boyle (1987) – Attempting to break a door lock was attempted burglary.
