Offences & Elements

Question 1

Assault
How many elements?
What are the elements + define

Answer 1

2 elements

Assaults -
Intentionally applying or attempting to apply force to a person directly or indirectly

Another Person -
It has to be another person other than the suspect

Question 2

Willful damage

How many elements?

Describe the elements?

Answer 2

3 elements

Intentionally -
A deliberate act, without lawful justification, excuse or claim of right
OR
A reckless act without lawful justification, excuse or claim of right.

Damages -
Temporary or permanent reduction in value/usefulness of property

Property -
Something that belongs to another person that can be damaged.