Criminal Law

Criminal Law is a comprehensive and engaging introduction to criminal law, covering basic principles, criminal offences, and contemporary debates and controversies. The 13th edition highlights violence against women, changes to the Domestic Violence Act 2021, and new defences to criminal damage, causation, and strangulation. It is the perfect companion for undergraduate and postgraduate students looking to excel in their coursework and exams, as well as in legal practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 18 May 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Criminal Law, authored by a renowned expert in the field, is an essential guide for undergraduate and postgraduate students seeking a comprehensive and engaging introduction to criminal law. This comprehensive text covers the fundamental principles of criminal liability, emphasizing the criminal offenses that exemplify these principles and are heavily featured in substantive criminal law modules. In the latest 13th edition, the book has expanded its coverage to include a significant focus on violence against women, reflecting changes to the Domestic Violence Act 2021 and notable developments in the "rough sex defense," as well as defences to criminal damage, causation, and the newly introduced offense of strangulation and consent in abusive relationships. With a perfect blend of theoretical foundations and contemporary debates and controversies, this text serves as a valuable resource for students aiming to excel in their coursework, exams, and legal practice.

Weight: 714g
Dimension: 239 x 169 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350356542
Edition number: 13 ed