Correct option is B
Necessity - D.P.P. v. Beard is not correctly matched. D.P.P. v. Beard is a case that primarily dealt with intoxication as a defense, not a necessity. The defense of necessity pertains to situations where a person is forced to act in a certain way to prevent greater harm.
Information Booster:
· R v. Prince: Discusses the principle of mens rea, particularly in the context of strict liability offences.
· McNaghten's case: Establishes the legal criteria for insanity, setting the standard for the insanity defense.
· Basudeo v. State of Pepsu: Pertains to the legal implications of intoxication as a defense in criminal law.
Additional Knowledge:
· Necessity: Typically involves cases like R v. Dudley & Stephens, where the defense of necessity was argued in extreme circumstances.
· Intoxication: As a defense, can negate specific intent required for certain crimes but is typically not an absolute defense.
