Intoxication

Overview

Recall questions on voluntary and involuntary intoxication and on the specific and basic intent distinction.

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Questions from this subtopic

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1. 1

   Define the defence of intoxication.

   Model answer

   Intoxication is a defence based on the defendant's consumption of alcohol or drugs affecting their mental state at the time of the offence.

2. 2

   Define voluntary intoxication.

   Model answer

   Voluntary intoxication occurs when the defendant freely chooses to consume alcohol or drugs knowing they are intoxicants.

3. 3

   What is one way involuntary intoxication can occur regarding the defendant's knowledge?

   Model answer

   The defendant did not know they were consuming an intoxicant.

4. 4

   How can involuntary intoxication arise through coercion?

   Model answer

   The defendant was forced to consume the intoxicant.

5. 5

   What situation involving medication can give rise to involuntary intoxication?

   Model answer

   Taking a non-dangerous drug that had an unexpected intoxicating effect.

6. 6

   To which category of crimes can voluntary intoxication provide a defence?

   Model answer

   Specific intent crimes only.

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