INTOXICATION ( defence) (unit 3 and 4)
- Created by: Monika Kaminskaite
- Created on: 07-06-18 15:43
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INTOXICATION: only works if it negates MR
Voluntary intox - D has chosen to take an intoxicating substance ( can also work with prescription)
Involuntary intox - D isn't aware they are taking an intoxicating substance
Specific intent - requires intention ( murder and s.18)
Basic intent - recklessness is enough ( assault, battery, s.47, s.20 and Invol manslaughter)
Vol intox and specific intent:
- Lipman; intoxication negated D's MR for murder so provided D with a defence
- Gallagher; D still had…
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