Assualt and Battery Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Definition of assault + case
A
D must intentionally or recklessly cause the victim to apprehend immediate unlawful personal violence (Fagan v MPC)
2
Q
Case for apprehend danger
A
Smith v Supt. of Woking
3
Q
Case for doesn’t matter if it’s a joke
A
Logdon
4
Q
Case for immediate fear or within a reasonable time
A
Smith v Supt. of Woking
5
Q
Other cases for unlawful violence
A
Ireland
Constanza
Tubberville V Savage
6
Q
Actus reus of battery must be at least + case
A
A slight touch
Cole v Turner
7
Q
Principle in Collins v Wilcock
A
Can be any touch unless generally acceptable in society. V must not consent
8
Q
Can application of force be indirect + case
A
Yes
Haystead v DPP
