Full Description
The most up-to-date book on the market, Criminal Law: The Essentials, Second Edition, provides a brief yet comprehensive introduction to this fascinating and ever-evolving field. Meticulously revised and updated, this includes:
The most recent cases and developments in the field
New and updated focus boxes featuring real-world examples
Expanded discussions of elder abuse, child and domestic partner abuse, the sentencing of juveniles, reform of the 100:1 ratio in sentencing for crack and powder cocaine and other drug-related issues, and bullying
Coverage of current developments in criminal law, including Wall Street reform and capital punishment
Rich pedagogical tools--chapter outlines, summaries, study questions, key terms, and Internet activities
Contents
1.An Introduction to Criminal Law 2.Elements of a Crime 3.Anticipatory Offenses and Parties to Crimes 4.Defenses to Criminal Culpability 5.Criminal Homicide 6.Assault, Robbery, Rape, and Other Serious Crimes Against the Person 7.Property and Related Offenses 8.Crimes Against Public Order and Public Decency 9.Crimes Against the Government and Terrorism 10.Drug Abuse and Drug Trafficking 11.Sentencing and the Criminal Law
