Majweski
Voluntary intoxication only a defence for crimes of specific intent
Distinguish specific/ basic intent
Majweski
Basic- crimes that require intention or reckless as MR
Specific- only intention required for MR
Kingston
Intoxication is a defence if it results in a lack of MR
Gallagher
Voluntary Intoxication no defence if MR of crime was there before drinking
Heard
s3 SOA 2006 is a crime of basic intent
Voluntary intoxication will not provide a defence
‘Lack of reasonable belief in consent’ is an alternative MR
Hardie
Unexpected side effect of drugs can lead to involuntary intoxication