Wilful Damage OF06

Question 1

What section of the Summary Offences Act 1981 outlines wilful damage?

Answer 1

a: Section 11
b: 11(1)(a) standard wilful damage, 11(1)(b) destroying plants with fire

Question 2

What are the maximum penalties for wilful damage?

Answer 2

3 months’ imprisonment or $2,000 fine

Question 3

What section of the Summary Offences Act 1981 gives us power to arrest for wilful damage?

Answer 3

Section 39(1)

Question 4

What are the elements of wilful damage?

Answer 4

a: Intentionally. A deliberate act, without lawful justification, excuse or claim of right OR a reckless act without…
b: Damages. Temporary or permanent reduction in the value and/or usefulness of the property
c: Property. Something that belongs to another person and is capable of being damaged.

Question 5

What are the elements of wilful damage section 11(1)(b)

Answer 5

a: Intentionally. A deliberate act, without lawful justification, excuse or claim of right OR a reckless act without…
b: Sets fire to. Damages through use of fire
c: Any tree or vegetation. Any growing plant