Wilful Damage Flashcards
1
Q
What is Wilful damage?
A
Wilful damage is when a person intentionally damaged property.
2
Q
What are the 3 elements of Wilful damage? Summary of Offences act 1981 S11(1)(a)
A
1.Intentionally (deliberately or recklessly)
2.Damages
3.Property
3
Q
What are the 3 elements of Wilful damage? Summary of Offences act 1981 S11(1)(b)
A
1.Intentionally
2.Sets fire to
3. Any tree or vegetation
4
Q
What does recklessly mean ?
A
The person foresees the consequences however continues to act regardless.
5
Q
In the Summary of Offences act 1981 what time period do you have to commence prosecution?
A
6 months
6
Q
How much time do you have to commence prosecution for an offence in the Crimes act 1961?
A
The crimes act sets no limit for commencing proceedings.
