Grievous Bodily Harm

Question 1

What is the legislation for grievous bodily harm?

Answer 1

s.20 Offences Against the Person Act 1861 (wounding without intent)
s.18 Offences Against the Person Act 1861 (wounding with intent)

Question 2

What is the definition of GBH wounding without intent in accordance with s.20 Offences Against the Person Act 1861?

Answer 2

Unlawfully and maliciously wound or inflict any grievous bodily harm upon any other person, either with or without weapon / instrument

Question 3

What is the definition of GBH wounding with intent in accordance with s.18 Offences Against the Person Act 1861?

Answer 3

Unlawfully or maliciously wound or cause any GBH to any person with intent to do some GBH to any person (or with intent to resist or prevent the lawful apprehension or detention of any person)

Question 4

What are examples of GBH?

Answer 4

Broken bone, permanent disability, visible disfigurement, lengthy hospital treatment, blood transfusion

Question 5

Can you consent to GBH?

Answer 5

No