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What is the direct consequence if the accused lacks criminal capacity?
What is the direct consequence if the accused lacks criminal capacity?
The accused can never be guilty of an offence.
What is the primary consideration when assessing whether an accused can direct their actions according to their knowledge of right and wrong?
What is the primary consideration when assessing whether an accused can direct their actions according to their knowledge of right and wrong?
The ability to make decisions based on knowledge of right and wrong.
In the context of obedience to orders, what is the primary requirement for an order to be lawful?
In the context of obedience to orders, what is the primary requirement for an order to be lawful?
The order must be given by a person with a higher rank, whom you are to obey.
Which type of offence involves driving a vehicle at a speed exceeding a prescribed limit?
Which type of offence involves driving a vehicle at a speed exceeding a prescribed limit?
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What is the significance of refusing to perform an order?
What is the significance of refusing to perform an order?
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What is the relevance of knowledge of right and wrong in determining criminal capacity?
What is the relevance of knowledge of right and wrong in determining criminal capacity?
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In what situation can the accused be considered to have criminal capacity?
In what situation can the accused be considered to have criminal capacity?
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What is the primary consideration when determining if an order is lawful?
What is the primary consideration when determining if an order is lawful?
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What is the primary purpose of assessing criminal capacity?
What is the primary purpose of assessing criminal capacity?
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What is the consequence of failing to refuse an unlawful order?
What is the consequence of failing to refuse an unlawful order?
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