Contemporary Criminal Law: Concepts, Cases, and Controversies,Matthew Lippman
-About this book
A book that students find interesting and instructors consider educationally valuable, this Edition of Contemporary Criminal Law combines traditional concepts with thought-provoking cases and engaging learning tools. Taking a casebook approach, the text covers both foundational and emerging legal topics such as terrorism, gangs, cybercrime, and hate crimes, illustrated by real-life examples that students connect with. Clear explanations of criminal law and defenses are complemented by provocative, well-edited cases followed by discussion questions to stimulate critical thinking and in-class discussion.
The book provides a contemporary perspective on criminal law that encourages students to actively read and analyze the text. This Edition is enhanced throughout by new cases that offer the most up-to-date coverage of evolving legal opinions and developments in criminal law.
– Contents
Preface xi
1. The Nature, Purpose, and Function of Criminal Law 1
Appendix: Reading and Briefing Cases 15
2. Constitutional Limitations 21
3. Punishment and Sentencing 52
4. Actus Reus 84
5. Mens Rea, Concurrence, Causation 113
6. Parties to Crime and Vicarious Liability 146
7. Attempt, Conspiracy, and Solicitation 178
8. Justifications 216
9. Excuses 270
10. Criminal Sexual Conduct, Assault and Battery, Kidnapping and False Imprisonment 324
11. Homicide 368
12. Burglary, Trespass, Arson, and Mischief 419
13. Crimes Against Property 446
14. White-Collar Crime 494
15. Crimes Against Public Order and Morality 523
16. Crimes Against the State 564
Notes 600
Glossary 609
Case Index 617
Subject Index 621
About the Author 639
-caractéristiques
Date de parution :13 juin 2018
ASIN : 1544308132
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Language : English
NB.de pages : 600 pages
ISBN-10 : 9781544308135
ISBN-13 : 978-1544308135
poids : 1,23 kg
Dimensions : 22 x 1,77x 28







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