Rules of Criminal Law (AQA A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What two elements must be proven for a defendant to be convicted of a criminal offence?
What two elements must be proven for a defendant to be convicted of a criminal offence?
Actus reus and mens rea
What does mens rea refer to in criminal law?
What does mens rea refer to in criminal law?
The mental element or guilty mind
Under which Act is the offence of attempt defined?
Under which Act is the offence of attempt defined?
Criminal Attempts Act 1981
What mens rea is required for the offence of attempt?
What mens rea is required for the offence of attempt?
Intention only
What must the defendant's act be to satisfy the actus reus of attempt?
What must the defendant's act be to satisfy the actus reus of attempt?
More than merely preparatory
Can you attempt criminal damage with recklessness alone?
Can you attempt criminal damage with recklessness alone?
No, you need intention for attempt
Who bears the burden of proof in a criminal trial?
Who bears the burden of proof in a criminal trial?
The prosecution
What is the standard of proof in criminal law?
What is the standard of proof in criminal law?
Beyond all reasonable doubt
Which defences are classified as necessity defences?
Which defences are classified as necessity defences?
Self-defence and duress
How many general defences must A-Level students understand?
How many general defences must A-Level students understand?
Six defences