Muder And Duress Of Threats Flashcards
1
Q
Facts of r v Howe
A
Torture assault and strangling on Derbyshire moors
2
Q
What was decided in lynch v DPP n. Ireland
A
Duress was a defence for accessories to murder
3
Q
Was lynch overruled
A
Yes in House of Lords
4
Q
Which case accepted the ratio from r v Howe that duress of threats should not be used for attempted muder
A
R v gotts
5
Q
What sentence was gotts given
A
2 years probation
6
Q
Where was it decided that duress is not available for murder regardless if d was the actual killer or a secondary party
A
R v Howe
