Possession of Instruments(Crimes act) Flashcards
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What is the definition of:
Without lawful authority or excuse?
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Without a legal right or justification, authority or permission. No lawful, genuine or reasonable excuse.
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What are the ingredients for:
Possession of Instruments (Crimes Act 1961)?
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Possession of Instruments, Crimes Act 1961:
- Without lawful authority or excuse
- Has in his possession
- Any instrument capable of being used for taking or converting
4. Any vehicle OR 5. Any ship OR 6. Aircraft 7. With intent to use it for such a purpose
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What is the definition of:
Has in his possession?
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Has in their POSSESSION OR UNDER THEIR IMMEDIATE CONTROL
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What is the definition of:
Any instrument capable of being used for taking or converting?
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ANY OBJECT WHATSOEVER that is CAPABLE OF BEING USED TO TAKE OR CONVERT
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What is the definition of:
With intent to use it for such a purpose?
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With the intention to USE THE INSTRUMENT TO TAKE OR CONVERT.