Defences

Question 1

Involuntary intoxication as a defence

Answer 1

Can be a defence to any offence (basic or specific) so long as the D lacks the MR.

Question 2

Intoxication and mistake

Answer 2

The defence of self-defence fails when D’s mistaken belief is induced by voluntary intoxication. Additionally, the D can only rely on self-defence if their reaction doesn’t exceed that of a sober person.