Arson - Benefit/Loss

Question 1

Arson - Benefit/Loss

Answer 1

S267(1)(c) ARSON - BENEFIT/LOSS

• Everyone/Intentionally
• Damages by fire OR Damages by means of explosive
• Any immovable property, vehicle, ship, aircraft
• With intent to obtain any benefit OR Cause loss to any other person (includes companies/orgs)

Question 2

Obtain Benefit

Answer 2

To obtain/retain any benefit, PA, privilege, property, service or VC for themselves or any other person S217 CA61

Question 3

R V MORLEY

Answer 3

Direct loss. Loss is assessed by the extent to which the complainants position prior to the offence has been diminished or impaired

Question 4

Person

Answer 4

Real people but also companies and other organisations. Includes public body or local authority, body of persons.

Question 5

Benefit/Loss

Answer 5

BENEFIT includes;
PA - Economic advantage or financial gain/an enhancement of financial position
Property / Service
Privilege - Special right or advantage
Valuable Consideration - Money or moneys worth
Loss;
In most cases will involve financial detriment to the victim.