Concept check on s.20 GBH

Under which Act is s.20 GBH found?

• Criminal Justice Act 2003

• Offences Against the Person Act 1861

• Theft Act 1968

• Public Order Act 1986

What type of offence is s.20 GBH?

• Summary

• Indictable-only

• Triable either way

• Strict liability

What is the maximum sentence for s.20 GBH?

• 5 years

• 10 years

• 14 years

• Life imprisonment

Which of the following must be proven for a conviction under s.20 GBH?

• Intent to cause serious harm

• Recklessness as to some harm

• Actual bodily harm (ABH)

• Use of a weapon

Which of the following injuries is most likely to be classified as GBH?

• A minor bruise

• A deep scratch

• A broken jaw

• A small cut requiring a plaster

Which case confirmed that 'inflict' in s.20 does not require direct physical force?

• R v Mowatt

• R v Dica

• R v Burstow

• R v Savage

Which of the following is true regarding the mens rea of s.20 GBH?

• The defendant must intend to cause serious harm

• The defendant must intend or be reckless as to causing some harm

• The defendant must be reckless as to causing serious harm

• The defendant must foresee life-threatening injuries

Which of the following cases confirmed that recklessness is sufficient for s.20 GBH?

• R v Morrison

• R v Mowatt

• R v Bollom

• R v Eisenhower

Which of the following statements is correct about biological GBH?

• It only applies if the victim knows they are at risk

• It was first recognised in R v Savage

• It can only be charged under s.18 GBH

• It was confirmed in R v Dica

Why is s.20 GBH sometimes criticised in relation to s.18 GBH?

• The wording of 'inflict' is too broad

• The difference in sentencing does not reflect the difference in mens rea

• It does not cover psychiatric harm

• The Act is too recent to be well established