Non - Fatal Offences: The Offence Against Persons Act 1861 - S.18 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the AR for S.18 GBH?
A
To cause GBH
2
Q
What did DPP v Smith define GBH as?
A
Really serious harm
3
Q
What is the MR for S.18 GBH?
A
Intention to cause GBH
4
Q
What did Taylor establish?
A
Intention to wound won’t suffice
5
Q
What did Morrison establish?
A
D must intend to resist/prevent arrest and only be reckless as to whether his actions would wound/injur
6
Q
What happened in Morrison?
A
Drugged office to prevent arrest
Charged with S.18
7
Q
What is a reform?
A
Old fashioned language like ‘grevious’ should be removed
Max sentence for S.47 shouldn’t be the same as S.20
