Mental States
What are the 2 types of Automatism?
Non-Insane, and Insane
Whats an alibi?
A defence being raised by the accused claiming that he or she was somewhere else when the offence was committed
What is self Defense?
The use of reasonable force to defend attack
Double Jeopardy
Describe what could be used for defense of necessity?
the accused must show that the act was done to avoid a greater harm
What are 2 mistakes of...
The wrongful act or insult
What are 2 requirement in order for mental disorder to be used as a defense?
1. The accused would not be able to foresee the consequence of the act
2.The accused must have been incapable of knowing the act is wrong