Robbery Flashcards
1
Q
Define robbery
A
Theft with the use of force
2
Q
What is the actus reus for robbery?
A
- complete theft
- force /or
- fear of force
3
Q
What is the mens rea for robbery?
A
Mens rea for theft
Intend to use force to steal
4
Q
Examples of incomplete theft
A
- R v zerei
- R v waters
5
Q
Examples of complete theft
A
Corcoran - when force is used for he moment theft is complete - can be guilty even if didn’t steal
6
Q
Examples of force or threat of force used
A
R v Dawson- does not have to be brutal (jury decides)
R v Cloudon - backs up Dawson
R v DPP- no contact so NG
B&R v DPP- v only had to believe something would happen
7
Q
Does force need to be immediately?
A
Yes - before or at time of theft
8
Q
Where is robbery found ?
A
s8 theft act 1968
