Fraud

Question 1

Name a case relevant to s2 of the Fraud Act 2006: Fraud by false representation

Answer 1

R v Barnard - where he dressed as an oxford university student in order to get a discount, this amounted to a false representation by words, gestures or conduct
DPP v Ray - left a restaurant without paying

Question 2

When can s3 of the Fraud Act 2006: Fraud by failing to disclose information arise

Answer 2

The actus rea of this offence is when there is a legal duty to disclose information. The mens rea is dishonesty

Question 3

Name a case relevant to s4: fraud by abuse of position

Answer 3

R v Marshall - Got a section 4 offence of fraud because laundered money from an elderly person in his care

Question 4

What is the maximum sentence for fraud

Answer 4

10 years

Question 5

“The law does have the merit of being clearly drafted, it is much simpler than before” - who said this?

Answer 5

Spencer