Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Parties to Offence — Common Intention to Use Violence — Liability for Murder

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Preconceived intention to use violence for a common purpose makes all participants guilty of murder if death results. The principle applies to criminal law. The rule imposes liability for foreseeable consequences. The prosecution must prove preconceived intent to use violence. The principle is well-established.

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