Defences: Automatism Flashcards
1
Q
Who is the burden of proof on?
A
The prosecution to disprove that the defendant was acting under automatism, showing that his act was voluntary.
2
Q
What is automatism?
A
When the body acts without any control by the mind due to external factors.
3
Q
What are the two types of automatism?
A
- Insane automatism.
- Non-insane automatism.
4
Q
What is insane automatism?
A
The cause of the automatism is a disease of the mind within the M’Naghten Rules.
5
Q
What is non-insane automatism?
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