Robbery Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the offence definite and what is the maximum sentence?
A
Under s.8 theft act
Max is 7 years
2
Q
What is the definition?
A
A person is guilty of robbery if he steals and immediately before or at the time of doing so used force in any person or seeks to put any person in fear of using force
3
Q
What case shows completed theft?
A
Corcoran v anderton
4
Q
Corcoran v anderton
A
D hit and tugged v’s bag. She let go of bad and it fell on ground. D ran off without bag.
Held that the theft was complete so D’s guilty of robbery
5
Q
What cases show force or threat of force?
A
Dawson and James
Clauden
D and r v dpp
6
Q
Dawson and James
A
D pushed v causing v to fall allowing another d to take wallet.
Held force is and ordinary word and it was for the jury to decide if force was used
