Necessity
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Moss v Howdle
Driving on motorway. Cramp, couldn't rely on necessity as there was an alternative action.
Dawson v Dickson
Fire officers. Was alternative choice of action.
Definition
Justification defence. Fear of death or injury unless otherwise acted. Danger must be immediate. There has to be a genuine belief that caused them to act in such a way.
Tudhope v Grubb
Satisfied necessity - accused put car in garage. Went to get it, was threatened by assault so got in the car. Charged with drink driving. Had no other choice so acquitted.
Ruxton v Lang
Timing is very important
