Chapter 4 Multiple choice questions

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. Which of the following is an accurate explanation of a strict liability offence?

An offence which does not require proof of fault correct incorrect

An offence which does not require proof of mens rea correct incorrect

An offence which does not require proof of actus reus correct incorrect

An offence which does not require proof of mens rea in respect of at least one element of actus reus correct incorrect

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. Which of the following statements about absolute liability is FALSE?

Absolute liability is a form of strict liability. correct incorrect

Absolute liability offences require proof of a voluntary act. correct incorrect

Absolute liability does not require proof of mens rea. correct incorrect

Absolute liability offences are also known as "state of affairs" crimes. correct incorrect

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. Which of the following factors is NOT a valid consideration in determining whether an offence is one of strict liability?

Whether the defendant was aware of the elements of the offence correct incorrect

Whether the offence is "truly criminal" or a regulatory offence correct incorrect

Whether the statute involves an issue of social concern correct incorrect

Whether strict liability would encourage greater vigilance correct incorrect

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. Which of the following is NOT a valid justification for strict liability?

The imposition of strict liability is necessary for the protection of the public. correct incorrect

Strict liability offences are easier to prove. correct incorrect

Strict liability offences satisfy the principle of actus non facit reum nisi mens sit rea. correct incorrect

Strict liability offences usually carry only a small penalty. correct incorrect

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. Which of the following refers to the imposition of liability on a defendant for the acts and omissions of another person?

Strict liability correct incorrect

Vicarious liability correct incorrect

Corporate liability correct incorrect

Accessorial liability correct incorrect

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. Which of the following refers to the imposition of liability on a person without proof of a fault element?

Strict liability correct incorrect

Vicarious liability correct incorrect

Corporate liability correct incorrect

Accessorial liability correct incorrect

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. Which of the following is NOT an authority for the proposition that there is a presumption that mens rea is required in a criminal offence?

Sherras v De Rutzen (1895) correct incorrect

Sweet v Parsley (1970) correct incorrect

Gammon (Hong Kong) Ltd v Attorney general of Hong Kong (1985) correct incorrect

Larsonneur (1933) correct incorrect