Voluntary Acts & Omissions Revised Test Questions 2024.

Voluntary Acts & Omissions Revised Test Questions 2024. Actus Reus - correct answer This is the physical/doing part of the crime Voluntary Act - correct answer To be liable, the defendants action must be of his own free will, if his act is not voluntary because he was not in control of his own body then he is not liable. Hill v Baxter - correct answer The defendant was not liable as he was not in control of his body as he was attacked by a swarm of bees whilst driving. Omissions - correct answer An omission is a failure to act, generally we are not liable for a failure to act, unless under a duty to do so. Contractual Liablility - correct answer Where failure to endure a contract is likely to endanger lives. Pittwood - correct answer The defendant was a signalman who left the gate open at a level crossing, he owed a duty to the public as well as his employers. Special Relationship - correct answer Parents are under a duty of care to their children and spouses owe a duty to each other. Gibbins & Proctor - correct answer The defendants neglected their daughter Nelly.