Written by
Bill Potts
Director - Criminal Lawyer
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Date: 09/01/2009
What the Law states - Escape From Lawful Custody
Sections 142 of the Criminal Code Queensland states:
A person who escapes from lawful custody is guilty of a crime.
What the Police must prove - Escape From Lawful Custody
In order for the Police to prove their case at Court, they must prove each of the following matters beyond a reasonable doubt.
The accused:
(1) was in lawful custody- A person is in lawful custody if he has been arrested and detained or imprisoned in a manner that has been authorised by law.
It will be necessary for the Police in every offence to prove that the accused was the person who committed the offence. Click here to learn more about identification evidence.
Maximum Penalty - Escape From Lawful Custody
The Maximum penalty for the offence of Escape from Lawful Custody is 7 years imprisonment.
Which court will hear the matter - Escape From Lawful Custody
This matter is indictable which can only be dealt with in the District Court.
Possible Defences - Escape From Lawful Custody
Possible defences to this offence include but are not limited to
The accused
(1) was not in lawful custody
(2) the arrest was illegal
(3) did not escape
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