criminal law

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

COURSE NAME: Criminal Law

COURSE CODE: LAW2221

Assignment 3

1. Discuss using case law whether the Defence of Automatism or Insanity would be applicable in

the following circumstances.

(a) Valentino is dumped by his girlfriend Amy, and is very depressed about it. His mum, not

wanting to see him so down, tells him to take her anti-depressants. However, Valentino, who

has never taken them before, reacts badly and becomes delusional, thinking his mum is a

serpent sent to kill him, and stabs her.

(b) Dalvinder is cutting bread in his kitchen one morning. However, unknown to him, he has

actually cut his girlfriend Larissa’s neck.

(c) Serephania suffers from diabetes and has forgotten to take her medication. She goes into

town shopping, and begins to feel dazed. Whilst in one of the shops she takes a bottle of

champagne and walks out without paying. She doesn’t normally drink.

Due date: May 3, 2021 (should be emailed no later than 12 Midnight)

Rubric

Criteria Exemplary=A (Far Exceeds Standard)

Above Average=B (Exceeds Standard)

Adequate=C (Meets Standard)

Inadequate=D (Below Standard)

Organization The introduction is inviting, states the main ideas, and provides an overview of the paper. Information is relevant and presented in a logical order. The conclusion is strong

The introduction states the main ideas and provides an overview of the paper. A conclusion is included. Content:

The introduction states the main idea. A conclusion is included.

There is no clear introduction, structure, or conclusion.

Sentence Structure, Grammar, Mechanics, & Spelling

All sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The author makes no

Most sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The

Most sentences are well constructed, but they have a similar structure and/or length.

Sentences sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or are difficult to understand. The

errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling.

author makes a few errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling, but they do not interfere with understanding.

The author makes several errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling that interfere with understanding

author makes numerous errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling that interfere with understanding

Level of Content Content indicates combination of ideas, in-depth analysis and evidences original thought and support for the main topics.

Content indicates original thinking and develops ideas with sufficient and firm evidence.

Content indicates thinking and reasoning applied with original thought on a few ideas.

Shows some thinking and reasoning but most ideas are underdeveloped and unoriginal.

Development Main points well developed with high quality and quantity support. Reveals high degree of critical thinking.

Main points well developed with quality supporting details and quantity. Critical thinking is weaved into points

Main points are present with limited detail and development. Some critical thinking is present.

Main points lack detailed development. Ideas are vague with little evidence of critical thinking.

Format Meets all formal and assignment requirements and evidences attention to detail; all margins, spacing and indentations are correct; essay is neat and correctly assembled with professional look.

Meets format and assignment requirements; margins, spacing, and indentations are correct; essay is neat and correctly assembled.

Meets format and assignment requirements; generally correct margins, spacing, and indentations; essay is neat but may have some assembly errors.

Fails to follow format and assignment requirements; incorrect margins, spacing and indentation; neatness of essay needs attention.

Allocation of Marks

Organization 15 Marks

Sentence Structure, Grammar, Mechanics, & Spelling

20 Marks

Level of Content 30 Marks

Development 15 Marks

Format 10 Marks

References (5) APA format

10 Marks

Additional Instructions

* Please note that an introduction, conclusion and appropriate citation is a requirement and a

reference page should also be included.

There must be a cover page consisting of

Course Name Course Code Lecturers name Question Date submitted

Formatting

1. Use only size 12 type font. 2. Times New Romans 3. Number your pages 4. 1.5 spacing.