Duress by Circumstance Flashcards

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Define

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(R v Willer) - when the D is forced to act because of surrounding circumstances.

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Problem with duress (murder)

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(R v Howe) - unavailable for murder defence
Or attempted murder (R v Gotts)

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Problem with duress (harsh)

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(R v Wilson) age is not taken into account

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