Battery Flashcards
0
Q
Force must be hostile?
A
Everyday jostlings will not be unlawful (implied consent)
- Wilson v Pringle
1
Q
Actus Reus
A
Application of unlawful force
2
Q
What does r v Thomas show
A
That the lightest touch is enough
3
Q
Force used can be applied via a continuing act
A
Fagan v mpc
4
Q
Force can be applied indirectly
A
DPP v Khan
5
Q
Applied by an omission
A
R v Santana burmudez
6
Q
Men’s rea
A
Intend to apply unlawful force or to be reckless about applying unlawful force
Intention or recklessness.
