Theft Flashcards
1
Q
Theft act 1968
A
a person is guilty of theft if he dishonestly appropriates property belonging to another with the intention to permanently depriving the other of it
2
Q
Actus reas of theft
A
s3- appropriates
s4- property
s5- belonging to another
3
Q
Mens rea of theft
A
s2- dishonestly
s6- with the intention to permanently deprive
4
Q
what is the maximum sentence for theft?
A
S. 7 sets out the maximum penalty for theft of 7 years.
