There must be some deceit spoken, written or acted to constitute a false pretence.
Citations:
[1898] 1 QB 119
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Cited by:
Cited – Director of Public Prosecutions v Ray HL 25-Jul-1973
The defendant ordered a meal at a restaurant believing his companion would lend him the money to pay. He later decided to seek to avoid payment and took a opportunity to escape.
Held: The appeal was allowed and the conviction restored. The . .
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Crime
Updated: 05 May 2022; Ref: scu.272831