S18 OAPA Grievous Bodily Harm Flashcards
1
Q
What is the actus reus?
A
Wounding or causing GBH.
2
Q
What is the mens rea?
A
The defendant must intend to do some GBH or resist/prevent the lawful apprehension or detainer of any person.
3
Q
What did R v Taylor (2009) state?
A
Intend to wound is not enough.
4
Q
What is meant by “intend”?
A
Intent must be proved - subjective recklessness is not enough.
5
Q
What must happen for intention to be found?
A
It must be found that the harm caused was as a result of D’s actions and he realises this.
