Topic 5: Attempts Flashcards

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What is an attempt?

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A person tries to commit an offence but the person fails to complete it

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What is the law on attempt governed by?

A

s(1) of the Criminal Attempts Act 1981

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What is the phrase we use to refer to attempts?

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More than merely preparatory

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What is an actus reus of attempt?

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The act must be ‘more than merely preparatory’

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What is the mens rea of an attempt?

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The direct intent for the completed offence

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When will the accused not be liable for an attempt?

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When they’re merely reckless

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What is attempting the impossible?

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Where the attempted offence is impossible to carry out and the accused will still be liable for the offence

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