Theft intro- s1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of theft?
A
Theft is defined in the Theft Act 1968 s1(1)
This says a person is guilty of theft:
‘if he dishonestly appropriates property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving the other of it’
2
Q
What are the elements of theft?
A
Actus reus:
*Appropriation s3
*Property s4
*Belonging to another s5
+
Mens rea
*Dishonestly s2
*With intention to permanently deprive s6
= THEFT
