Causing GBH Or A Wound With Intent S18 OATPA

Question 1

What are the required elements for a person to be guilty of causing gbh/ a wound with intent under s18 oatpa?

Answer 1

This is a statutory offence.
Actus reus - causing gbh/ a wound
Mens rea: intention to cause gbh or intention to resist or prevent lawful apprehension of any person

Question 2

What constitutes GBH?

Answer 2

Gbh includes broken bones, severe burns, severe bleeding, lengthy incapacity, can also include psychiatric harm

Question 3

What constitutes a wound?

Answer 3

A wound is an injury that breaks both layers of skin, minor scratches are not considered a wound