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Which situation is classified as a house according to case law?
Which situation is classified as a house according to case law?
- An individual hotel room used by a guest (correct)
- A barn used for storage on a farm
- A single-family dwelling with no shared spaces
- An empty building with no occupants
What is an example of a house in multiple occupation?
What is an example of a house in multiple occupation?
- A detached house with a private garden
- Rooms in a building with each occupant having individual keys (correct)
- A large farm with multiple outbuildings
- A single room rented out with no common facilities
Which of the following options would NOT be classified as a house based on the content?
Which of the following options would NOT be classified as a house based on the content?
- A tenement with separate rooms for each tenant
- A barn with no residential occupants (correct)
- An apartment within a gated community
- A floor of a property divided into secure flats
Which of these describes a house divided into separate dwellings?
Which of these describes a house divided into separate dwellings?
In case law, which aspect is considered when defining a house?
In case law, which aspect is considered when defining a house?
What is an example of a divided house in the context of tenancy?
What is an example of a divided house in the context of tenancy?
Which of the following qualifies as a 'house' under the legal definition provided?
Which of the following qualifies as a 'house' under the legal definition provided?
What is specifically included in the definition of 'house'?
What is specifically included in the definition of 'house'?
Which type of building does NOT qualify as a house based on the provided definition?
Which type of building does NOT qualify as a house based on the provided definition?
According to the definition, which feature is necessary for a building to be considered a house?
According to the definition, which feature is necessary for a building to be considered a house?
Which example does NOT meet the criteria of a house based on its use?
Which example does NOT meet the criteria of a house based on its use?
What qualifies an unfinished house as a valid 'house'?
What qualifies an unfinished house as a valid 'house'?
Which of the following is not an example of a domestic dwelling?
Which of the following is not an example of a domestic dwelling?
What is a defining characteristic of a 'house' in terms of security?
What is a defining characteristic of a 'house' in terms of security?
What is a key principle to keep in mind when approaching an incident?
What is a key principle to keep in mind when approaching an incident?
What defines the crime of theft?
What defines the crime of theft?
What is meant by 'attempted theft'?
What is meant by 'attempted theft'?
In the case of Lamont v Strathearn, what is established regarding attempted theft?
In the case of Lamont v Strathearn, what is established regarding attempted theft?
What constitutes sufficient evidence to categorize an action as theft?
What constitutes sufficient evidence to categorize an action as theft?
Which of the following scenarios would be classified as attempted theft?
Which of the following scenarios would be classified as attempted theft?
Why is personal safety emphasized before addressing incidents?
Why is personal safety emphasized before addressing incidents?
What is not a characteristic of attempted theft?
What is not a characteristic of attempted theft?
Which of the following is classified as a dwelling house?
Which of the following is classified as a dwelling house?
What defines a domestic garage as part of a dwelling house?
What defines a domestic garage as part of a dwelling house?
Which of the following is considered a domestic non-dwelling?
Which of the following is considered a domestic non-dwelling?
What type of structure is a portacabin that is used for office space classified as?
What type of structure is a portacabin that is used for office space classified as?
Which option is accurate regarding boarding houses?
Which option is accurate regarding boarding houses?
What characterizes a structure as being classified under 'Other'?
What characterizes a structure as being classified under 'Other'?
Which of the following is not included in domestic non-dwellings?
Which of the following is not included in domestic non-dwellings?
Which of these buildings qualifies as commercial premises?
Which of these buildings qualifies as commercial premises?
Which method is NOT recognized as a mode of entry in theft by housebreaking?
Which method is NOT recognized as a mode of entry in theft by housebreaking?
What is a potential impact on victims of housebreaking?
What is a potential impact on victims of housebreaking?
Which of the following methods of entry would involve deception?
Which of the following methods of entry would involve deception?
Which of the following modes of entry can be employed with an actual key?
Which of the following modes of entry can be employed with an actual key?
What is the primary purpose of collaborating with other agencies in addressing housebreakings?
What is the primary purpose of collaborating with other agencies in addressing housebreakings?
Which mode of entry typically requires physical force?
Which mode of entry typically requires physical force?
What is a common effect of housebreaking on the community?
What is a common effect of housebreaking on the community?
Which of the following is a feasible method of entry through an unattended home?
Which of the following is a feasible method of entry through an unattended home?
Study Notes
Definition of House
- A 'House' encompasses any roofed building used as a dwelling, secured against unauthorized intrusion.
- This includes unfinished buildings that can be secured (e.g., with locks) and are roofed.
Examples of Dwellings
- Domestic dwellings include:
- Residential caravans used as permanent homes.
- Unfinished houses capable of being secured with windows and doors.
- Boarding houses where the owner resides permanently.
- Domestic garages attached to a dwelling.
- Occupied hotel rooms.
Non-Dwellings
- Domestic non-dwelling structures include:
- Garages not directly integral to a dwelling.
- Garden sheds and outhouses.
- Other non-residential buildings include commercial premises and factory buildings.
Case Law Extensions
- A house can be defined as:
- Separate floors occupied by different individuals in multi-story residences.
- Multiple rooms in shared accommodations with individual keys.
- Individual hotel rooms qualified as houses for crime recording.
Modes of Entry for Theft
- Recognized methods include:
- Possession and unusual openings.
- Using trickery or unlocking windows.
- Overcoming locks or utilizing stolen keys.
Crime Reporting Procedures
- Always prioritize safety when responding to break-ins, reducing risk of injury.
- Develop a coordinated approach to address patterns of housebreaking in the community.
Related Charges
- Attempted theft is classified as a criminal act, not requiring successful appropriation.
- Legal cases affirm that intention to steal is sufficient (e.g., pickpocketing an empty pocket).
Important Legal Points
- Any unauthorized appropriation, even if momentary, constitutes theft.
- Ongoing community support is essential after home invasions to assist affected individuals.
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Explore key concepts of acquisitive crimes, particularly theft aggravations and legal definitions related to dwellings. This quiz focuses on understanding the term 'House' in the context of Scots Law. Test your knowledge on the legal implications and definitions provided in Unit 4.
