Crimes Against Public Justice - Unit 4 Lesson 4
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What constitutes a deliberate act affecting an investigation?

  • Informing the police about the whereabouts of a suspect.
  • Providing accurate details to the police.
  • Concealing evidence related to a serious crime. (correct)
  • Refusing to answer police questions.

    • What constitutes the crime of wasting police time?

  • Reporting a crime that turns out to be false
  • Providing misleading information to divert police resources (correct)
  • Making a genuine complaint to the police
  • Requesting police assistance for non-emergency issues

    • Which action is an example of tampering with evidence?

  • A police officer collecting evidence at a crime scene.
  • An accused person altering blood samples. (correct)
  • A witness testifying about what they saw.
  • A suspect providing their real identity to the police.

    • Which of the following statements is NOT essential to prove the crime of wasting police time?

    <p>A specific individual must be named in the false statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied by attempting to assist a suspect evade police?

    <p>Offering the suspect a place to stay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions could be charged as perverting the course of justice?

    <p>Giving false details to law enforcement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a possible motive for someone to waste police time?

    <p>To avoid responsibility for a crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does wasting police time affect the public interest?

    <p>It diverts police resources from addressing real issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior is NOT a valid example of interfering with an investigation?

    <p>Encouraging honest reporting of crime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of wasting police time?

    <p>Making a prank call to the police</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intent behind tampering with evidence?

    <p>To obstruct the truth from being revealed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of wasting police time, what does the term 'maliciously' imply?

    <p>Intentionally causing harm or inconvenience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would be a legitimate reason for providing false details to the police?

    <p>There is no legitimate reason.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the provision of false complaints particularly harmful to police work?

    <p>It consumes time and resources that could address real crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior involves providing misinformation during a criminal investigation?

    <p>An accused supplying a false name.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily affected when police resources are diverted due to false statements?

    <p>The number of officers available for real emergencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might it not be considered perjury to present evidence in court?

    <p>The evidence is irrelevant or incompetent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What crime is exemplified by Charli's actions of reporting a non-existent robbery?

    <p>Wasting Police Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the crime of wasting police time?

    <p>Causing the police to investigate a false representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated James Irving to falsely report his credit card as stolen?

    <p>He wished to avoid repaying his debt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which case is referenced in relation to the crime of wasting police time?

    <p>Bowers v. Tudhope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes a characteristic of wasting police time?

    <p>It relies on the police making significant efforts based on false information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes an attempt to pervert the course of justice?

    <p>Any intentional act interfering with crime investigations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be a key consideration when determining if an act is perjury?

    <p>The relevance and competency of the evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might Charli's case indicate about why people make false reports?

    <p>To hide their own mistakes or misfortunes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an action that could pervert the course of justice?

    <p>Providing a detailed and accurate witness statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the example charge given, what did Mark Smith falsely represent?

    <p>That a crime had occurred when it had not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to wasting police time?

    <p>Desire to receive a memorial service from the police.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal definition of the attempt to pervert the course of justice?

    <p>An intentional act that affects a crime's investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the consequences of James Irving's actions?

    <p>He is likely to face penalties for misleading the police.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be present for an action to be termed as wasting police time?

    <p>A false representation known to the offender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the essence of the crime of wasting police time?

    <p>Directing police to investigate matters based on false claims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the lesson on Crimes Against Public Justice?

    <p>The importance of witness credibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which crime relates specifically to influencing or threatening witnesses?

    <p>Attempting to Pervert the Course of Justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does witness intimidation have on trials?

    <p>It diminishes the credibility of witnesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT classified as a crime against public justice?

    <p>Fraud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of Perjury in the context of public justice?

    <p>Presenting false information under oath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of public justice, what does Contempt of Court typically involve?

    <p>Failure to abide by court orders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Wasting Police Time entail?

    <p>Making false reports to the police</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions could directly pervert the course of justice?

    <p>Encouraging a witness to lie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Crimes Against Public Justice

    • Public Justice hinges on the integrity of witness testimonies to ensure fair trial outcomes.
    • Influencing or threatening witnesses can severely undermine the credibility of the justice system.

    Learning Outcomes

    • Define the common law crime of Wasting Police Time.
    • Identify common law crimes related to Perjury and Contempt of Court.
    • Recognize the crime of Attempting to Pervert the Course of Justice.

    Wasting Police Time

    • Defined as maliciously making false statements to police, aiming to incite unnecessary investigations.
    • Essential element: No need to name a specific individual, but the false statement diverts police resources from their duties.
    • Example Charge: A person falsely claims assault, leading police to investigate a non-existent incident, causing resource wastage.
    • Case Reference: Bowers v. Tudhope established the principle that wasting police time involves directing investigations toward false representations.

    Attempt to Pervert the Course of Justice

    • Defined as intentional actions interfering with crime investigations or justice processes.
    • Requires overt acts to affect investigations or evidence negatively.
    • Examples include:
      • Destruction or concealment of evidence.
      • Coercing a witness to avoid identifying an accused.
      • Assisting a suspect in evading police capture.
      • Tampering with evidence, like blood samples in DUI cases.
      • Providing false personal details to police to evade prosecution.

    Example Charges

    • A person providing false details to law enforcement with the intent to disrupt the justice process is charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice.
    • Important note: Evidence must be relevant; irrelevant or incompetent evidence does not constitute perjury.

    Practical Examples of Wasting Police Time

    • Charli's Case: Reports a £400 robbery to avoid admitting loss of earnings from the taxi firm; the narrative parallels a soap opera storyline.
    • James Irving's Case: Claims theft of his credit card to escape debt repayment, prompting extensive police inquiries with his bank.

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    This quiz focuses on Unit 4, Lesson 4, which covers crimes against public justice. Learners will gain insights into various offenses that undermine the legal system, enhancing their understanding of justice principles. Test your knowledge and comprehension of this vital topic.

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