Using Altered/Reproduced Documents with Intent Flashcards

1
Q

What is the section

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259

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2
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What conduct is required for this offence?

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That the defendant used, dealt with or acted on the document or caused any person to do so.

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3
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What is not necessary for the prosecution to prove?

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The identity of the person who altered the document initially.

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4
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What are the three mental elements for this offence

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  • That the defendant knew the document had been altered with the intent to deceive
  • That the defendant intended by the use of the document to obtain any property, service, benefit, pecuniary advantage, valuable consideration or privilege
  • That the defendant intended to axquire or retain the property or cause a loss by deception
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