Do you have to prove causation for a s4 sexual offence?

S4(1) Causing a person to engage in sexual activity

Actus reus:
Causation
Engage in activity
Sexual activity
No consent

Mens rea
Intentionally?
No Reasonable belief in consent

Is this correct or have I missed anything?
Can anyone give me an example of this applied to a problem?

Thank you!

Reply 1

RV3112

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Original post by new1234

S4(1) Causing a person to engage in sexual activity

Actus reus:
Causation
Engage in activity
Sexual activity
No consent

Mens rea
Intentionally?
No Reasonable belief in consent

Is this correct or have I missed anything?
Can anyone give me an example of this applied to a problem?

Thank you!

Yes. You must prove causation. The conduct of the accused must be the cause of the victim engaging in the sexual activity, although it is not necessary that it be the sole cause. You would apply the normal rules of causation here.

The Actus Reus and Mens Rea of the offence described above are correct, but remember to note the aggravated offence under s.4(4) if its relevant in an exam.

Reply 2

new1234

OP

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Original post by RV3112

Yes. You must prove causation. The conduct of the accused must be the cause of the victim engaging in the sexual activity, although it is not necessary that it be the sole cause. You would apply the normal rules of causation here.

The Actus Reus and Mens Rea of the offence described above are correct, but remember to note the aggravated offence under s.4(4) if its relevant in an exam.