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Chapter 8 Key debates
Chapter 8 Key debates
Homicide II
Topic |
‘Reckless manslaughter’ |
Author/Academic |
Findlay Stark |
Viewpoint |
Looks at the limited case law on reckless manslaughter and argues the offence may not exist. |
Source |
[2017] Crim LR 767 |
Topic |
‘The duty of care in gross negligence manslaughter’ |
Author/Academic |
Jonathan Herring and Elaine Palser |
Viewpoint |
Examines the meaning of duty of care in the law of torts and the criminal law; comparing and critiquing case law on each area. Also debates whether it is, and should be, a question for the judge or jury. |
Source |
[2007] Crim LR 24 |