battery Flashcards
battery for NFOs
what case is used for battery through the slightest touch
R v thomas
what case is used to define battery as requiring hostile intent
wilson v pringle
what case is used to define that “ordinary jostling” could not constitute battery
collins v wilcock
what case is used for battery through objects
dpp v k
what is battery defined as
intentionally or recklessly applying unwanted, unlawful force
can implied consent prevent a battery
yes
what are some examples of implied consent
willing participation in contact sports, attending a music concert, any scenario where physical touch is likely
what are some examples of ordinary jostling
any scenario where being present may result in contact, like a supermarket or busy street
what was said in collins v wilcock about ordinary jostling
one who attends a party cannot complain if his hand is seized in friendship, or even if his back is slapped.
what case is used for battery through ommission
R v santana bermudez
what 2 cases can be used for intent for battery and what for
mohan - direct intent, cunningham - recklessness
what case is used for battery through transferred malice
R v latimer