took car believed to be abandoned, left in same place with keys in ignition
no theft, owner could not be found
R v Ghosh
Falsely claimed to have carried out an operation to claim money. charged with attempting to procure execution of cheque by deception (s20 theft act). claimed he was entitled to money
GHOSH TEST
1. would Ds behaviour be regarded as dishonest by standards of reasonable and honest people
2. if yes, was D aware his conduct would be regarded as dishonest by honest and reasonable people
R v Ivey
Used card technique of edge sorting to cheat, signed contract that he wouldn't cheat.
supreme Court obiter statements removed 2nd part of test
Barton v Booth
residents of care home persuaded to give large cash gifts, sign over things, provide loans, and pay fees to owner and managers.