Violence & Public Order Flashcards
What is the legislation for Common Assault / Battery?
Section 39 Criminal Justice Act 1988
Does physical contact need to be made for a common assault?
No
What legislation is behind Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm?
Section 47 Offences Against the Persons Act 1861
What type of offence is Common Assault / Battery?
Summary
What is the maximum sentence for Common Assault / Battery?
6 Months
What type of offence is Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm?
Either Way
What is the maximum sentence for Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm?
5 Years
What is the legislation behind Unlawful Wounding / Inflicting Grievous Bodily Harm?
Section 20 Offences Against the Persons Act 1861
What type of offence is Unlawful Wounding / Inflicting Grievous Bodily Harm?
Either way
What is the maximum sentence for Unlawful Wounding / Inflicting Grievous Bodily Harm?
5 Years
What legislation is behind Wounding / Causing Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent?
Section 18 Offences Against the Persons Act 1861
What type of offence is Wounding / Causing Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent?
Indictable
What is the maximum sentence for Wounding / Causing Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent?
Life
What are factors that may indicate intent?
Repeated Planned Deliberate selection of a weapon Prior threats Kicking victims head
What legislation is behind Threats to Kill?
Section 16 Offences Against the Person Act 1861
What type of offence is Threats to Kill?
Either way
What is the maximum sentence for Threats to Kill?
10 Years
What legislation is behind Harassment, Alarm and Distress / Disorderly Conduct?
Section 5 Public Order Act 1986
What type of offence is Harassment, Alarm and Distress / Disorderly Conduct?
Summary