Criminal Damage and Arson

Criminal Damage & Arson – Criminal Law Flowchart

Master the key elements of criminal damage, arson, and aggravated offences under the Criminal Damage Act 1971 in English & Welsh law with this essential visual guide.
Perfect for law students, legal professionals, and educators, this Criminal Damage & Arson Flowchart breaks down the actus reus, mens rea, lawful excuses, and case law principles in a clear, easy-to-follow format.

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📘 Key Topics Covered:

• Simple Criminal Damage (s1(1)) – Damage/destruction of property, recklessness, and intent

• Arson (s1(3)) – Damage by fire, same principles but with elevated penalties

• Aggravated Criminal Damage & Arson (s1(2)) – Ulterior intent to endanger life, key case law (R v Steer, R v Dudley)

• Lawful Excuse Defence (s5 CDA 1971) – Belief in consent and protection of property (R v Hunt, R v Hill, Jaggard v Dickinson)

• Definition of Recklessness (R v G 2004) – Modern test for criminal damage offences

• Property Ownership & Damage Tests – Definitions under s10 CDA, including landlord/tenant nuances

• Clarifies intersections with self-induced intoxication (DPP v Majewski)

✅ Perfect For:

• Law students revising for LLB, SQE, GDL, or A-levels

• Tutors & lecturers simplifying complex property offences

• Solicitors & paralegals needing visual quick-reference materials

• Criminal law enthusiasts handling problem questions on property damage