Battery

Question 0

Force must be hostile?

Answer 0

Everyday jostlings will not be unlawful (implied consent)

- Wilson v Pringle

Question 1

Actus Reus

Answer 1

Application of unlawful force

Question 2

What does r v Thomas show

Answer 2

That the lightest touch is enough

Question 3

Force used can be applied via a continuing act

Answer 3

Fagan v mpc

Question 4

Force can be applied indirectly

Answer 4

DPP v Khan

Question 5

Applied by an omission

Answer 5

R v Santana burmudez

Question 6

Men’s rea

Answer 6

Intend to apply unlawful force or to be reckless about applying unlawful force

Intention or recklessness.