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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