Intention Flashcards
1
Q
Dictionary equates intention with purpose why is this bad
A
It is too narrow and only satisfies direct
2
Q
What is direct intention
A
Where intention is clear from circumstances d wanted something to happen
3
Q
What is clear with direct intention
A
Purpose. If purpose is clear jury will have no help from judge as left to common sense
4
Q
Oblique intention
A
When defendant realised something would happen but did not want it to happen
5
Q
What is must d realise
A
Virtual certainty
Foresight of consequence
6
Q
Current law we take virtual certainty from
A
Nedrick
7
Q
How has intention been developed
A
Case law
