Defintions Of Non-fatals Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the definition of assault?
A
‘An act done intentionally or recklessly to cause a victim to apprehend the infliction of immediate unlawful force’
2
Q
What is the definition of battery?
Where does it come from?
A
‘Intentionally or recklessly inflicting unlawful force’
Defined by Lord Goff in Collins v Willcock
3
Q
What is the definition of ABH?
A
An assault or battery occasioning actual bodily harm.
4
Q
What is the definition of s18 GBH?
A
Unlawfully or maliciously inflicting grievous bodily harm to any person with intent or with intent to resist or prevent the lawful apprehension or detainer of any person
5
Q
What is the definition of s20 GBH?
A
Unlawfully or maliciously wounding or inflicting Grievous Bodily Harm
