robbery and appropriation

Question 1

The theft act sates that force must be used to steal, when is the theft complete

Answer 1

as soon as the appropriation has taken place

Question 2

Can force used to escape ever be acceptable to secure a conviction

Answer 2

according to the act no but cases indicate otherwise

Question 3

Which case held that appropriation does not suddenly cease

Answer 3

R V Hale which indicated that appropriation could be a continuing act (2 D broke into a house and stole jewellery and then tied V up)

Question 4

which case confirmed Hale and the view that appropriation could be a continuing act

Answer 4

R v Lockley (D used force to escape after stealing beers)

Question 5

What other principle did R V Hale indicate

Answer 5

The theft and threat of force although they must be almost simultaneous may occur in different locations