Nature of Crime 2

Nature of Crime 2

Open Ended

What is the definition of a crime?

Open Ended

Why do we make certain acts criminal? Give examples to support your answer.

Poll

Should it be a criminal act to display this sign in public?

• Yes

• No

Open Ended

Give a reason for your judgement in the previous slide.

Poll

Should Fagan have been found guilty of assault?

• Yes

• No

Open Ended

Give a reason for your judgement in the previous slide.

Multiple Choice

What is the mens rea element that needs to be proven for assault ?

• Intent to cause harm

• Actual causing of harm

• A link between the act and the harm

• Physical injury

Multiple Choice

Which level of mens rea was required to prove guilt in the Morgan case?

• Strict liability

• Criminal negligence- the reasonable person test

• Recklessness- the accused knew that they were likely to be committing a crime, but proceeded anyway

• Intention- a clear intention to commit the crime