CASE LAW (Arson)

Question 1

CAMERON V R

Answer 1

Recklessness- The defendant recognised that there was real possibility that thier actions would bring about a proscribed result - actions would be unreasonable

Question 2

R V TIPPLE

Answer 2

A deliberate decision to run the risk

Question 3

R V ARCHER

Answer 3

Property damaged if it suffered permanent or temporary physical harm. Or permanent or temporary impairment of its use or value

Question 4

R V SMITH

Answer 4

Danger to the life of some person other than the setter of the fire

Question 5

R V MORLEY

Answer 5

Loss is assessed by the victims position before the fire - diminished or impaired