Vandalism Flashcards
1
Q
What are the essential elements of vandalism?
A
they must be either a deliberate intention to damage property or an act so reckless as to show utter disregard for the consequences
There must be damage or destruction of property
The damage or destruction must be to property which does not belong to the accused
2
Q
Define malicious mischief
A
Malicious mischief is a crime at common law constituted by wilful wanton and malicious destruction of or damage to the property of another
3
Q
Section 52 of the criminal law consolidation Scotland act 1995 creates what offence?
A
Creates an offence for any person to
wilfully or recklessly
destroy or damage
the property of another
without reasonable excuse
