Robbery Offences

Question 1

R v Joyce

Answer 1

At least two persons physically present at the time of the offence

Question 2

R v Galey

Answer 2

At least two persons having a common intention to use their combined force to commit the offence

Question 3

R v Skivvington

Answer 3

Belief in claim of right is a defence to theft; therefore a defence to robbery

Question 4

R v Lapier

Answer 4

Robbery is complete when property is moved or taken

Question 5

R v Maihi

Answer 5

Nexus between theft and violence

Question 6

Peneha v Police

Answer 6

Violent act producing a powerful response, tending to result in bodily injury or discomfort

Question 7

R v Broughton

Answer 7

Manifestation of an intention to inflict violence unless property handed over. Threats may be direct or veiled

Question 8

R v Cox
(Not consent)

Answer 8

Possession has two elements; physical and mental. Must be physically in control, have knowledge that they are physically in control and have the intent to be physically in control

Question 9

DPP v Smith

Answer 9

Grevious harm is really serious harm