Exceptional situations s47-18 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the general rule in common law for when consent is unavailable
A
unavailable for the more serious NFO
2
Q
when would a defence of consent be allowed for a more serious NFO
A
if the situation was of social benefit and allowing consent would be in the public interest
3
Q
Which case reiterated Lord Lane’s suggestions made in Attorney Generals reference that consent could be a defence of a charge of s47-s20 in a number of situations
A
Brown and others
4
Q
What is the current list given
A
Properly conducted sports and games Tattooing and branding Medical procedures Horseplay Dangerous exhibitions Chastisement of a child etc Consent to vigorous sexual activities Haircuts