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When should intoxication be used as a defence? (R V Dowds) |
Where as a result of alcohol and/or drugs, the defendant is incapable of forming the men's rea for the defence |
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Kingston |
Drunken intent is still intent |
Drugged man assaulted a boy what is voluntary intoxic |
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What is involuntary intoxication? (Hardie) |
Intoxication was caused by unforeseen effect of alcohol and prescribed drugs |
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What offences is intoxication available for? (Majewski) |
The defence is available for crimes of specific intent, but not for crimes of basic intent. |
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Allen |
If the defendant underestimates the strength of the drug or alcohol, the offence remains voluntary |
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Northern Ireland V Gallagher |
It cannot be done through Dutch courage |
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Which type of toxic action provides a defence? |
Involuntary intoxication |
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