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Sedition Law: Abolition & Replacement
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Module 1
Legal Foundations for Public Order Offences
1
Common Law vs. Statutory Offences
Distinguish between common law and statutory offences in English law.
Distinguish between common law and statutory offences in English law.
2
Mens Rea & Actus Reus: The Core of Criminal Offence
Define 'mens rea' (guilty mind) and 'actus reus' (guilty act) as the core components of a criminal offence.
Define 'mens rea' (guilty mind) and 'actus reus' (guilty act) as the core components of a criminal offence.
3
Abolishing Common Law Offences: Parliament's Role
Explain the process by which Parliament can abolish common law offences and replace them with statutory provisions.
Explain the process by which Parliament can abolish common law offences and replace them with statutory provisions.
4
From Criminal Libel to Modern Speech Crimes
Describe the historical offence of criminal libel and its role as a precursor to modern speech-related crimes.
Describe the historical offence of criminal libel and its role as a precursor to modern speech-related crimes.
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