Voluntary Manslaughter (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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To which offence(s) can the partial defences of loss of control & diminished responsibility apply?
To which offence(s) can the partial defences of loss of control & diminished responsibility apply?
Murder only
How many requirements must be satisfied for a successful loss of control defence?
How many requirements must be satisfied for a successful loss of control defence?
Three requirements
Under s54(1)(b), must the loss of control be sudden?
Under s54(1)(b), must the loss of control be sudden?
No, there can be a delay
For the fear trigger, does the fear of serious violence need to be objectively reasonable?
For the fear trigger, does the fear of serious violence need to be objectively reasonable?
No, only genuinely held
What test applies to the anger trigger under s55(4)?
What test applies to the anger trigger under s55(4)?
Objective test
Can sexual infidelity alone be a qualifying trigger under s55(6)(c)?
Can sexual infidelity alone be a qualifying trigger under s55(6)(c)?
No, but part of bigger picture
How many elements must be satisfied for diminished responsibility?
How many elements must be satisfied for diminished responsibility?
Four elements
In R v Golds (2014), what does 'substantial' impairment mean?
In R v Golds (2014), what does 'substantial' impairment mean?
Big or large
Who bears the burden of proof for loss of control?
Who bears the burden of proof for loss of control?
Prosecution beyond reasonable doubt
Is voluntary acute intoxication a recognised medical condition for diminished responsibility?
Is voluntary acute intoxication a recognised medical condition for diminished responsibility?
No (R v Dowds 2012)