OF06 - WILFUL DAMAGE, TAGGING & GRAFFITI VANDALISM

Question 1

Elements for Wilful Damage

Summary of Offences Act 1981 S11(1)(a)

Answer 1

• intentionally
• damages
• property

Question 2

Elements for Wilful Damage

Summary of Offences Act 1981 S11(1)(b)

Answer 2

• intentionally
• damages
• any tree or vegetation

Question 3

Define intentionally

Answer 3

A deliberate act, without lawful justification, excuse or claim or right

Question 4

Define recklessly

Answer 4

A reckless act (where the possible consequences are for seen but continues the act regardless of risk), without the lawful justification, excuse or claim of right.

Question 5

Define property;

Answer 5

Something that belongs to another person and is capable of being damaged

Question 6

Define damages;

Answer 6

Temporary or permanent reduction in the value and/or usefulness of the property

Question 7

What is the timeframe for a prosecution to be commenced?

Answer 7

6 months

Question 8

Tagging/Graffiti vandalism

Answer 8

Damaging or defacing any building, structure or property by writing, painting spraying, or etching on to that property.

Question 9

What is the PREC code for wilful damage?

Answer 9

5127