Self-Defence (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What type of defence is self-defence?
What type of defence is self-defence?
A complete defence leading to acquittal
How many elements must be satisfied for self-defence to succeed?
How many elements must be satisfied for self-defence to succeed?
Both necessity and reasonableness tests
What type of test is used to assess whether force was necessary?
What type of test is used to assess whether force was necessary?
A subjective test based on honest belief
In R v Williams (1987), what principle about mistaken belief was established?
In R v Williams (1987), what principle about mistaken belief was established?
Honest but mistaken belief allows defence
What happens if a mistaken belief is formed while the defendant is intoxicated?
What happens if a mistaken belief is formed while the defendant is intoxicated?
It prevents the defence from applying
What type of test is used to assess whether force was reasonable?
What type of test is used to assess whether force was reasonable?
An objective test
Why did the defence fail in R v Clegg (1995)?
Why did the defence fail in R v Clegg (1995)?
The final shot was fired after threat passed
Is there a legal duty to retreat before using force in self-defence?
Is there a legal duty to retreat before using force in self-defence?
No, but failure to retreat may be relevant
What level of force may householders use against intruders under Section 76?
What level of force may householders use against intruders under Section 76?
Disproportionate but not grossly so
Under which statute may a person use reasonable force to prevent crime?
Under which statute may a person use reasonable force to prevent crime?
Section 3 Criminal Law Act 1967