Subjects:

Criminal Law

Contents:

1. Introduction to Criminal Law

2. Actus Reus: the Conduct Element

3. Mens Rea: the Mental Element

4. Strict Liability

5. Homicide

6. Non-fatal, Non-sexual Against the Person

7. Sexual Offences

8. Theft, Handling, and Robbery

9. Deception

10. Burglary and Blackmail

11. Criminal Damage

12. Defences

13. The Criminal Liability of Corporations

14. Inchoate Offences

15. Complicity

The second edition of the acclaimed Criminal Law: Text, Cases and Materials achieves an exceptional depth of analysis whilst providing a wealth of cases and materials set within the theoretical context of criminal law, making this book unique in its value for money.

The effective two-part structure of each chapter in the book ensures that the reader will not only have a secure understanding of the law itself but also the option of gaining a fundamental appreciation of the complex philosophical and ethical debates in criminal law.

This stimulating text presents a wide range of critical perspectives and provides an excellent selection of extracts from cases and academic commentaries. Fascinating theoretical material is made accessible to students through a particularly engaging writing style and the author's clarity of expression to bring the subject to life and place the law in context.

The second edition provides full consideration of the Sexual Offences Act and incorporates case law developments in manslaughter, recklessness, conspiracy, accessorial liability and duress. A new 2-colour text design makes the book even easier to navigate, with a particularly clear differentiation between commentary and extracted material.

New to this edition:-

• Incorporates case law developments in manslaughter, recklessness, conspiracy, accessorial liability and duress.
• Full consideration of the impact of the Sexual Offences Act.
• Additional useful exam tips and questions.
• New 2-colour design serves to clearly differentiate commentary and extracted material
• Text is supported by an online resource centre providing web links and updates on legal developments.