Preliminary Offences (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What mens rea must prosecution prove for attempted crimes?
What mens rea must prosecution prove for attempted crimes?
Intent to commit the complete offence
In R v Whybrow, what mens rea is required for attempted murder?
In R v Whybrow, what mens rea is required for attempted murder?
Intent to kill only
Can recklessness suffice for attempted criminal damage?
Can recklessness suffice for attempted criminal damage?
No, intent is required
What mens rea applies to attempted arson with intent to endanger life per A-G Ref. No. 3 of 1992?
What mens rea applies to attempted arson with intent to endanger life per A-G Ref. No. 3 of 1992?
Intent to damage; reckless re: life
What mental state re: consent is needed for attempted rape per R v Khan?
What mental state re: consent is needed for attempted rape per R v Khan?
Recklessness as to consent suffices
In R v Pace and Rogers, why was suspicion of stolen property insufficient?
In R v Pace and Rogers, why was suspicion of stolen property insufficient?
Must have intent for all elements
What is factual impossibility in attempt law?
What is factual impossibility in attempt law?
Crime impossible but D believed possible
Can a defendant be convicted when legal impossibility applies?
Can a defendant be convicted when legal impossibility applies?
No, conduct isn't a crime
What's the key difference between factual and legal impossibility?
What's the key difference between factual and legal impossibility?
Factual = can convict; Legal = cannot
Can Martin be convicted for stabbing Ian who was already dead, believing him alive?
Can Martin be convicted for stabbing Ian who was already dead, believing him alive?
Yes, factual impossibility applies