R v Hunter and Anor [2021] EWCA Crim 1785 - S 993(1) CA 2006, s 6(1) FA and s 5(2) CLA.
- ticket touting.
1) legislation takes precedence over common law.
- words in s 993 CA 2006 to be given ordinary, natural meaning
- “fraudulent purpose” not limited to purposes enumerated under common law.
2) “fraudulent purpose” can arise before anyone actually defrauded or becomes a victim of the fraud.
- manager of business who turns a blind eye may be found to have knowledge required to prove offence.
- no requirement for P to prove intention to deceive.
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