Murder (AQA A-Level Law): Quizzes
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Where is murder tried and by whom?
Where is murder tried and by whom?
Only in Crown Court by jury
What sentence must be imposed upon conviction for murder?
What sentence must be imposed upon conviction for murder?
Mandatory life sentence
What is the current medical test for determining death?
What is the current medical test for determining death?
Brain stem death
When does a person become a human being for murder law purposes?
When does a person become a human being for murder law purposes?
Born alive & breathing through own lungs
What is the legal status of euthanasia in English law?
What is the legal status of euthanasia in English law?
It remains murder
What does 'malice aforethought' mean in modern law?
What does 'malice aforethought' mean in modern law?
Intent to kill or cause GBH
What does GBH (grievous bodily harm) mean?
What does GBH (grievous bodily harm) mean?
Really serious harm
Can someone be convicted of murder if they only intended to cause GBH?
Can someone be convicted of murder if they only intended to cause GBH?
Yes, intent to cause GBH is sufficient
What must the defendant's act be in relation to the victim's death?
What must the defendant's act be in relation to the victim's death?
A substantial cause
What does 'unlawful' mean in the context of murder?
What does 'unlawful' mean in the context of murder?
Cannot be justified by legal defence