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The most serious offence Francis committed was the severe injuries he caused to Jennifer whilst slashing her fur coat. From this it is clear that he shall be charged withGBH (Grievous bodily harm) under s.18 of the Offences Against the Persons Act 1861.
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Advising Francis. The most serious offence Francis committed was the severe injuries he caused to Jennifer whilst slashing her fur coat. From this it is clear that he shall be charged with GBH (Grievous bodily harm) under s.18 of the Offences Against the Persons Act 1861. Grievous bodily harm means really serious harm and there for the accused may be guilty of murder even if they wanted heir victim to live or did not intentionally mean to harm them. This is indicated by the fact that Francis went towards Jennifer with an axe intending on slashing her coat with it. The coat was placed on her body and therefore Jennifer was more than likely to be injured. However, to be convicted of GBH, mens rea and actus rea needs to be present at the time of the offence. If Francis is convicted of the charge against him he can be sentenced...
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