Kidnapping/Abduction Case Law Flashcards
What was held in R v Crossan?
Takes away and detained are “seperate and distinct offences”
What was held in R v Wellard?
Loss of liberty coupled with taking away from the place where the victim wants to be.
What was held in R v Pryce?
Keep in confinement or custody.
What was held in R v Cox?
Four buzz words
Consent is 1. full, 2. voluntary, 3. free and 4. informed. Freely and voluntary given by a person to form rational judgement.
What was held in R v Collister?
Intent can be shown by the surrounding circumstances.
What was held in R v Mohi?
The offence is committed at the time of taking away as long as there was necessary intent.
What was held in R v Forrest and Forrest?
Use the best evidence possible to prove the victims age.
What was held in R v Chartrand?
Whether the defendant may have had an innocent motive, if their actions deprive the caregiver even for a short period, the offence (of abduction of a YP) is committed.
