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6. Why can't the defence of intoxication be used if the defendant was voluntarily intoxicated?

  • As they have the relevant Mens Rea for the offence whilst intoxicated
  • As they take on responsibility at the time of consumption
  • As they have both the AR and MR of the crime

7. Can you use the defence of intoxication if you are drinking voluntarily?

  • No
  • Yes
  • Depends of circumstances

8. Why was there no defence of intoxication in the case of AG for Northern Ireland v Gallagher?

  • As they had already developed the MR before intoxication
  • As the defendant brought the knife to kill his wife then got drunk and killed her
  • As the defendant's crime was of basic intent

9. Which case outlines voluntary intoxication and basic intent?

  • R v Dytham
  • DPP v Smith
  • DPP v Majewski 1976
  • R v Lancaster