gbh under s18 of oatpa 1861

Question 1

gbh s18 of oatpa act

1861

ar

Answer 1

Unlawfully wounding or causing grievous bodily harm to any person.

“Cause” is broadly interpreted and includes acts that are a substantial cause of the wound/GBH.

Question 2

gbh s18 of oatpa act

1861

mr

Answer 2

Requires intention to cause grievous bodily harm or to resist lawful apprehension or detainer of another.

Recklessness is insufficient for this specific intent.