1
Q
The defence of consent
A
- implied consent (genuine belief)
- consent to harm, e.g. exorcism R v Lee
Consent as defence to harm unless there is good policy reasons to forbid it
2
Q
Defence of lawful use of force
A
- legal processes section 39 to 47 crimes act, sasa
- Self defence/defence others
- Discipline on ships and planes
- Defence of property
- Parental control
- Surgical procedures
3
Q
Assault procedures - initial action
A
- Guard
- Freeze
- Control
- Preserve
4
Q
Assault procedures – victim condition
A
- Medical exam (MEK)
- Doctor’s report on victims injury and condition.
- Constable with victim providing statement dying statement
- Photographs.
5
Q
Assault procedures - further enquiries
A
- interview or witnesses and obtain statements
- Interview in statements from medical and Ambo
- Offender is unknown, interviews, shiftworkers, sketches, CCTV, media
- Eliminate suspects
6
Q
Assault procedures - further enquiries
A
- interview or witnesses and obtain statements
- Interview in statements from medical and Ambo
- Offender is unknown, interviews, shiftworkers, sketches, CCTV, media
- Eliminate suspects
7
Q
Assault procedures – interviewing suspect
A
- Interview.
- Photograph injuries.
- Medical exam.
- Voluntary DNA sample.
