fraud

Question 1

Is there a definition of fraud?

Answer 1

Fraud Act 2006 does not define fraud

Question 2

what are the methods by which fraud may be established?

Answer 2

-by making a false representation
- by failing to disclose information
- by abuse of position

Question 3

what is mens rea of dishonesty?

Answer 3

dishonesty is a key element of the mens rea.

Question 4

what element does have to be established by the prosecution to convict someone of fraud?

Answer 4

No actus reus required, mens rea of dishonesty is solely enough