In R v Martin (2001), the jury had to consider whether the farmer had acted with ‘reasonable force’ in self-defence.
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When asked to evaluate the general defences in a criminal law essay, it is sometimes appealing to focus on the disadvantages. Try instead to write a description of the law that includes both advantages and disadvantages, as well as suggestions for reform.
Before you can appreciate fully the strengths and limitations of the current law on self-defence, insanity and intoxication, you should first ensure that you understand the basic requirements of each defence. Start by looking through your notes/textbook before reading this article.
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