Topic 5: Attempts Flashcards
1
Q
What is an attempt?
A
A person tries to commit an offence but the person fails to complete it
2
Q
What is the law on attempt governed by?
A
s(1) of the Criminal Attempts Act 1981
3
Q
What is the phrase we use to refer to attempts?
A
More than merely preparatory
4
Q
What is an actus reus of attempt?
A
The act must be ‘more than merely preparatory’
5
Q
What is the mens rea of an attempt?
A
The direct intent for the completed offence
6
Q
When will the accused not be liable for an attempt?
A
When they’re merely reckless
7
Q
What is attempting the impossible?
A
Where the attempted offence is impossible to carry out and the accused will still be liable for the offence