Automatism Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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Definition for automatism
A
D has no voluntary control over their actions due to an external cause
2
Q
3 elements for automatism
A
1) a total loss of voluntary control
2) external cause
3) automatism musnt be self induced
3
Q
R v Bailey
A
Automatism was self induced so defence failed
4
Q
R v lipman
A
Can use self induced automatism for specific intent offences
5
Q
R v T
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External trauma was treated as an external cause
6
Q
Hill V Baxter
A
Automatism can be being attacked by bees, losing control from illness or concussion
7
Q
AGs reference for automatism
A
Partial loss of control isn’t enough. Must be completely involuntary
