Intoxication And Ignorance Of Law Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Intoxication defence
A
Where intoxication causes a disease of the mind or state of automatism
2
Q
Dutch courage
A
Consuming drugs or alcohol as part of the method of committing the crime will disqualify a defence of drunkenness
3
Q
Ignorance of law
A
Intoxication cannot be used to establish ignorance of the law. It will not establish your defence.
4
Q
Section 25
A
Ignorance of law
Not an excuse for any offence committed by them
