| Direction: A principle principles and a fact situation are given in questions decide only on the basis of the principle(s). |
| Principle Trespass means entering upon the immovable property of another. Only sufficient force to remove a person from a property may be used. Facts Pia was going home from her workplace, when she found a shortcut through the corner of Jia's farm. Being a narrow path, she would have to get into Jia's convertible car, get out of the back window, jump into Jia's neighbour's farm, and then proceed. She did so and was walking to her destination. Jia, seeing her in action, shot her with a dart gun. |
A) Pia is liable, Jia is not
B) Pia is not liable, Jia is
C) Both Pia and Jia are .liable
D) Neither Pia nor Jia is liable
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
Pia, is liable for Trespass as she entered into Jia's convertible car for a short cut, which is the property of jia. Jia, is not liable for shooting her with a dartgun, because she has the right to use sufficient force to remove a person from her property,
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