English and Welsh Police Law Explained
A Podcast where we investigate specific English and Welsh criminal legislation.
We undertake research to define the laws, discuss case studies, and provide real life examples, so that you don't have to.
English and Welsh Police Law Explained
Is Graffiti Criminal Damage? (Destroying or Damaging Property (Section 1 Criminal Damage Act 1978))
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In today's episode we are explaining Destroying or Damaging Property under the Criminal Damage Act 1978. We discuss the definition, relevant case studies, and some real life examples, including graffiti.
Criminal Damage Legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1971/48
Some helpful summaries, used in the research for this podcast can be found at:
https://www.mortons-solicitors.co.uk/lawful-excuse-what-are-the-considerations-when-it-comes-to-protests-and-criminal-damage/
https://www.lawteacher.net/cases/roper-v-knott.php
https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Banksy-when-does-graffiti-become-criminal-damage
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