Mens rea Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mens rea ?
A
The mental state of a defendants mind
2
Q
What is direct intention?
A
A Defendant will have direct intention if it is their aim, desire and purpose to bring about the consequences
R V Mohan
3
Q
What is indirect intention?
A
If the acts reps is virtually certain to arise
R V Woollen
4
Q
What is meant by recklessness?
A
A Defendant will be reckless if they force the risk and still go ahead with it
R V Cunningham
