NON FATAL OFFENCE S.18 Wounding GBH with Intent Flashcards

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Definition for S.20

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S.20 offences against the persons act 1861

Unlawfully and maliciously wound or cause any grievous bodily harm to any person with intent to do some GBH to any person

Indictable offence

Max. Sentence - life imprisonment

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Actus reus

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Same as S.20

Causation same as S.20

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Cases for Mens rea

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BELFON - intent only

SAUNDERS - must intend serious harm

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