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Causation In Murder Cases
Summary
Factual and legal causation are crucial in all murder cases to link actions to consequences. In second-degree murder, causation focuses on contributing factors beyond de minimis. The Blaue case illustrates the thin skull rule, where a defendant is responsible for the victims condition, even if it includes refusal of medical treatment. In Ontario, driving with a suspended license outside permitted conditions can lead to fines, jail time, extended suspension, and vehicle impoundment.Full Conversation
but for secnd degree it doesnt need to be a substantial cause it only needs to be a contributing act thats beyond de minimis
Got it! When examining second-degree murder for an exam, it's important to understand that legal causation focuses on whether the defendant's actions were a contributing factor beyond de minimis, rather than the substantial cause. Are you looking for more information on how to differentiate between types of murder for your exam preparation?
give facts of blaue case crim law
The Blaue case (R v Blaue [*] * WLR *) involved a situation where the defendant stabbed a woman, who subsequently refused a blood transfusion due to her religious beliefs as a Jehovah's Witness. She died from her injuries.
Key points from the case:
- The court upheld that the defendant was legally responsible for her death.
- The refusal of medical treatment based on religious beliefs did not break the chain of causation.
- "The defendant must take his victim as he finds her," known as the "thin skull rule."
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Key points from the case:
- The court upheld that the defendant was legally responsible for her death.
- The refusal of medical treatment based on religious beliefs did not break the chain of causation.
- "The defendant must take his victim as he finds her," known as the "thin skull rule."
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in ontario what happens if license suspended can only drive to york but caught by cops driving elsehwere
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In Ontario, if you're caught driving with a suspended license outside of permitted conditions, consequences can include:
- Fines up to $*,*.
- Possible jail time up to 6 months.
- Extended suspension period.
- Possible vehicle impoundment.
Could you share more details about your situation, like why your license was suspended?
In Ontario, if you're caught driving with a suspended license outside of permitted conditions, consequences can include:
- Fines up to $*,*.
- Possible jail time up to 6 months.
- Extended suspension period.
- Possible vehicle impoundment.
Could you share more details about your situation, like why your license was suspended?
is manslaughter unintentional or is there * forms of manslaughter , voluntary and involuntary
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Manslaughter can be either voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter involves intentional harm but occurs in the heat of passion or under circumstances that lessen culpability. Involuntary manslaughter is unintentional and usually results from reckless or negligent actions. Do you have any specific questions about these forms of manslaughter?
Manslaughter can be either voluntary or involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter involves intentional harm but occurs in the heat of passion or under circumstances that lessen culpability. Involuntary manslaughter is unintentional and usually results from reckless or negligent actions. Do you have any specific questions about these forms of manslaughter?
what does this mean: Where a person, for an unlawful object, does anything that he knows or ought to know is likely to cause death & thereby causes death to a human notwithstanding that he desires to effect his object without causing death or bodily harm to any human
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The statement describes a legal principle related to murder. It means that if someone engages in an act for an unlawful purpose, knowing it is likely to cause death, they can be held responsible for murder even if they didn't intend to cause death or harm. Essentially, it highlights the concept of "recklessness" in criminal law. Would you like more information on this principle or its application in specific cases?
The statement describes a legal principle related to murder. It means that if someone engages in an act for an unlawful purpose, knowing it is likely to cause death, they can be held responsible for murder even if they didn't intend to cause death or harm. Essentially, it highlights the concept of "recklessness" in criminal law. Would you like more information on this principle or its application in specific cases?
but it says likely or ought to know cause death so it has intent
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The statement describes a situation where a person engages in an act for an unlawful purpose, knowing or having reason to know it might cause death. It often relates to recklessness, not intent. Intent involves knowing and wanting the outcome. Would you like more clarity on how "recklessness" differs from "intent"?
The statement describes a situation where a person engages in an act for an unlawful purpose, knowing or having reason to know it might cause death. It often relates to recklessness, not intent. Intent involves knowing and wanting the outcome. Would you like more clarity on how "recklessness" differs from "intent"?
notwithstanding meaning
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"Notwithstanding" is a legal term meaning "in spite of" or "without being affected by." It indicates that a statement or condition applies regardless of other factors that might suggest otherwise. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
"Notwithstanding" is a legal term meaning "in spite of" or "without being affected by." It indicates that a statement or condition applies regardless of other factors that might suggest otherwise. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
what does this mean notwithstanding that he desires to effect his object without causing death or bodily harm to any human
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The phrase "notwithstanding that he desires to effect his object without causing death or bodily harm to any human" means that, despite the person's intention not to cause harm, they may still be held responsible if their actions are reckless and likely to cause death or harm. It's about accountability for reckless actions, even if harm wasn't intended.
The phrase "notwithstanding that he desires to effect his object without causing death or bodily harm to any human" means that, despite the person's intention not to cause harm, they may still be held responsible if their actions are reckless and likely to cause death or harm. It's about accountability for reckless actions, even if harm wasn't intended.
so is the differnce betwen s.*(a)(ii) and s.*(c) that the former is intentiona and latter is not intentional
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In Canadian criminal law, s.*(a)(ii) and s.*(c) pertain to distinct circumstances under which murder charges can be applied. Here's a brief overview:
- s.*(a)(ii): Often involves situations where a person commits an act knowing it is likely to cause death, implying a form of recklessness rather than direct intent.
- s.*(c): Typically associated with actions undertaken for unlawful purposes without the desire to cause death, focusing on the recklessness aspect.
Do you need further clarification on these sections or their application in specific cases?
In Canadian criminal law, s.*(a)(ii) and s.*(c) pertain to distinct circumstances under which murder charges can be applied. Here's a brief overview:
- s.*(a)(ii): Often involves situations where a person commits an act knowing it is likely to cause death, implying a form of recklessness rather than direct intent.
- s.*(c): Typically associated with actions undertaken for unlawful purposes without the desire to cause death, focusing on the recklessness aspect.
Do you need further clarification on these sections or their application in specific cases?
so yes?
It seems like you're exploring various aspects of Canadian criminal law, particularly around murder, manslaughter, and specific legal concepts. If you have further questions or need more details on specific topics like s.* sections, feel free to ask!
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