Chapter 1- overview of criminal law(BOOK 2)

Question 1

R v Brown

Answer 1

-5 men convicted of non-fatal offences against the person Act
-all were adults and were charged to ‘protect health and morals’ in society
-All adults consented
-they carried out acts such as applying stinging nettles to their genitals
(Paternalistic law)

Question 2

R v Wilson

Answer 2

-D branded initials on wife after she consented
-She needed medical attention
-CofA held that it was lawful as it was like a tattoo
(Paternalistic law)

Question 3

R v Hinks

Answer 3

-Older woman befriended a disabled young man
-He understood gift giving
-Over a few months he withdrew £60,000 and gave her it along with a TV
-Judge said it was morally wrong to accept the gifts
(Legal moralism)