S.20/S.18

Question 1

What does BURSTOW state?

Answer 1

there is little difference between the two words ‘inflict’ and ‘cause’ + GBH can include psychiatric injury.

Question 2

How does DPP v SMITH define GBH?

Answer 2

GBH means ‘really serious harm’.

Question 3

What does DICA state is included as GBH?

Answer 3

A serious disease like HIV after intercourse.

Question 4

What does BOLLOM state in relation to V?

Answer 4

It is necessary to take into account Vs age and health when deciding if injuries amount to GBH.

Question 5

What does BROWN AND STRATTON state can amount to GBH?

Answer 5

A single minor injury to V, when added to other minor injuries inflicted on V, can amount to GBH.

Question 6

What does JCC v EISENHOWER state about wounding?

Answer 6

Wounding requires a breaking of the whole skin.

Question 7

What does MOWATT state about the mens rea for S.20?

Answer 7

The word ‘maliciously’ means D must intend or be reckless as to inflicting some harm.

Question 8

What mens rea is required for S.18?

Answer 8

Direct intent (MOHAN). Likely if D aims for a vulnerable part of the body e.g. torso.