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Murder Flashcards

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Actus Reus and Mens Rea of murder

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AR- the unlawful killing of a reasonable creature in being under the Queen’s peace
MR- with malice aforethought express or implied

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What is the definition of Murder?

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The unlawful killing of a reasonable creature in being under the Queen’s peace, with malice aforethought express or implied

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Mens Rea of murder

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Express- intent to kill
Implied- intent to cause GBH

Nedrick- death must be virtually certain, D foreseed death from intent
Matthew Allyene and Woolin

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Sentence for Murder

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Mandatory life

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