GBH.18 Flashcards
1
Q
Def
A
Cause wound or GBH or resist arrest
2
Q
Resist arrest
R v Morris
A
Mens rea is lowered in relation to the injury
Prosecution must prove D intended to resist arrest but can find D reckless of this.
3
Q
Intention of serious harm
R v Belfan
A
Use of weapon is clearly an intention for serious harm.
4
Q
GBH.18 OAPA 1861
A
Specific intent crime
Only intention will satisfy mens rea.
