Self-Defence - Legal Principle Flashcards
1
Q
R v Hussain
A
Force used after danger has subsided isn’t a defence.
2
Q
Collins v SOS Justice
A
In householder cases, self defence available unless force was ‘grossly disproportionate’.
3
Q
R v Gladstone Williams
A
Mistaken use of force is permissible provided it was a GENUINE mistake of force
4
Q
AG Reference [1983]
A
Available where D makes preparations to defend himself due to fear
5
Q
R v Bird
A
D doesn’t need to show an unwillingness to retreat
6
Q
R v Clegg
A
Excessive force will negate the defence
