CRIM 135 Chapter 7: CRIM-135 - Chapter 7 Notes (Textbook + Lectures)
7 Jan 2014
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A wrongful act committed against another individual leading to civil liability. A breach of a legal duty, other than under contract, with liability for damages. An offence against the private interest of an individual, corporation, or government. Compensate victims of either intentional acts or negligent acts. Intentional tort in response to the intentional infliction of mental or physical harm to persons or property. Negligence the failure of an individual or collectivity to conform to a standard of reasonable care. Doing something that a reasonable person would not be expected to do, or failure to do something a reasonable person would be expected to do. Tort liability balance of probabilities (not reasonable doubt) Less difficult to find liability in tort. No requirement of mens rea (evil intention) The criminal code: defines certain kinds of negligence as criminal. Consent, self-defence, defence of property, necessity, and legal authority.
