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                                                      SECTION C

                                             MODULE 3:  CRIMINAL LAW
                                               This question is compulsory.




             3.     (a)     (i)     Define the term ‘murder’.                                                          DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
                                                                                                   [2 marks]

                           (ii)   Explain briefly ONE element of the mens rea for murder.
                                                                                                   [2 marks]



                    (b)    Identify TWO instances where a person might be found guilty of involuntary manslaughter.
                           Give an example of ONE decided case for each instance.
                                                                                                   [6 marks]


                    (c)    John is frustrated with his girlfriend, Tina, who constantly nags him. One evening, John
                           beats Tina severely after her usual nagging.  Tina dies as a result of the beating.

                           (i)    Explain whether John is liable for the death of Tina.  In your answer, give ONE      DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
                                  decided case as an example.

                           (ii)   What defence, if any, may be available to John. In your answer, give ONE
                                  decided case as an example.
                                                                                                  [15 marks]

                                                                                              Total 25 marks































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