Automatism Flashcards
1
Q
definition
A
an involuntary action caused by an external cause that the defendant was not reckless getting in too (bratty)
2
Q
involuntary action caused by an external cause
A
must be caused by an external cause e.g., sneezing or bees (Whooly)
3
Q
recklessness
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self induced automistim means the defendant was reckless inot getting into this position e.g., epileptic staring into flashing lights
if reckless can only use for specific intent offences