Self-defence
- the use of protecting oneself from the harmful acts of an aggressor.
- You must show the force was not unreasonable
Necessity
- Can be used in cases where the action was taken to save the life of another
Consent
- The person has consented to the risks. Such as being tackled in rugby
Incapacity
- this covers people who are insane at the time it was committed.
Others -
Reasonable discipline on their children
Police can use reasonable force
- the use of protecting oneself from the harmful acts of an aggressor.
- You must show the force was not unreasonable
Necessity
- Can be used in cases where the action was taken to save the life of another
Consent
- The person has consented to the risks. Such as being tackled in rugby
Incapacity
- this covers people who are insane at the time it was committed.
Others -
Reasonable discipline on their children
Police can use reasonable force
trespass on land
The defendant may argue that he or she had consent or was authorised by legislation to enter the premises. For instance, a person reading a meter for the water, gas or electricity supply to a property is authorised to enter properties for this purpose. In many instances, there is implied consent to enter property. This includes shopping centres and cinemas. However, the defendant becomes a trespasser if he or she does not leave when the plaintiff withdraws consent.