Week 6 - Intoxication and Illegality

Question 1

What happens to people who were under the influence of drugs or drink when signing a contract?

Answer 1

They are generally bound to their actions as it is presumed by the courts that they are aware of their actions

Question 2

When can a contract be voidable if a person is intoxicated?

Answer 2

If the party is so intoxicated that they do not know the consequences of the agreement, AND the other party is aware

Question 3

What is the case about illegality?

Answer 3

Evert v Williams - two highway men, one decided not to share his crime earnings. Both went to court and got hung instead of Evert getting the money