Murder - Paper 1 Flashcards

1
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What is the definition of Murder?

A

The unlawful killing of a human being with the intention to kill or cause GBH

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2
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What is the actus reus of murder?

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The unlawful killing of a human being

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3
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Under what circumstances will a killing be considered lawful?

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1) Self-Defence
2) Times of War
3) Save a Life (Best Interests)

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4
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At what point is someone considered a human being?

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At birth, when they have an ‘independent existence outside the womb’

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5
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Would a foetus be classed as a human being?

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No

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6
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How will the prosecution prove D caused the victim’s death

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By proving they were the factual and legal cause of the death

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7
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What is the mens rea of murder?

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The intention to kill or cause GBH

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8
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What does Direct Intention mean regarding murder?

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D intended to kill

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What does Indirect/Oblique Intention mean regarding murder?

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Death or serious injury was virtually certain, and D realised this

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