Self-Induced Automatism Flashcards
1
Q
Self-induced automatism
A
Where the defendant knows their conduct is likely to bring on an automatic state
2
Q
If automatism results from some perfectly appropriate action action but with unanticipated consequences , it will be a defence to…
A
Specific and basic crimes
3
Q
If automatism results from some kind of improper action or failure by the defendant it will..
A
- Be a defence to specific intent crimes (R v Hardie )
- Not be a defence to basic intent crimes ( R v Bailey )
