Which of the Following Are Elements of the Automatism Defence

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are elements of the automatism defence? [Please select all that apply]

• A) The defendant is suffering from an abnormality of mind.
• B) The defendant has suffered a complete loss of voluntary control.
• C) The automatism was caused by an external factor
• D) The defendant was not at fault in losing capacity.

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