GBH Flashcards
S.18
Where the d intended for o inflict GBH injuries on the v or intended to resist arrest but which caused the v GBH injuries in the process
S.20
Where the d did not intend to inflict GBH but intended or was reckless as to inflict some harm into the v
I
The d may be liable for s.18 or s.20
Choose one
S.20
Offences against the person act 1861 1 inflicting a wound or grevious bodily harm injuries with the intention or recklessness to inflict some harm
S.18
Offences against the persons act 1861 - inflicting a wound or grevious bodily harm injuries with the intention to inflict GBH or intention to resist arrest
E
The d must inflict a would or GBH injuries
1) a wound is a break in both layers of the skin (dermis v epidermis) Eisenhower
2) GBH injury is really serious harm (DPP V Smith)
A
Apply
Men’s Rea
S.20 - intention or recklessness to inflict some harm (parameter)
S.18 - intention to inflict GBH injuries or intention to resist arrest (Morrisons)
A
Apply and conclude