Strict Liability

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Many statutory offences created by parliament are aimed at prevent what?
Danger or other problems to public
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Who do strict liability offences put pressure upon?
The thoughtless and inefficient to do their whole duty in the interests of public health
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What do strict liability offences make sure businesses do?
Run Properly
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What is a negative of Strict Liability
It imposes liability on those who are not blameworthy
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Give another negative of strict Liability
Those who are unaware of the risks may be guilty
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Why may Strict Liability not improve standards?
The cost of precautions may even be far greater than any fine that will be imposed o the company for breaking the law
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What is the Harrow LBC v Shah and Shah?
The defendants did everything they could to prevent a lottery ticket being sold to someone under 13, however a member of staff sold a ticket to a 13 year old boy who she believed to be 16 or older.
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Who do strict liability offences put pressure upon?

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The thoughtless and inefficient to do their whole duty in the interests of public health

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What is a negative of Strict Liability

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Give another negative of strict Liability

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