Leggi libro Principles of Criminal Law
By Harvey Wallace
Key Benefit: A concise yet comprehensive overview of criminal law, the
Sixth Edition of Principles of Criminal Law is an engaging narrative text
ideal for a one-semester course. Rather than focusing on dense citations
and lengthy discussions, this text has a clear, accessible tone that will
help students grasp the material quickly. Covering a variety of topics, such
as white-collar crime, victimless crime, and political crime, as well as major
offenses like homicide and sexual assault, chapters focus on real-world
applications and include short edited cases, focus boxes, and end-of-
chapter practicums. This edition includes updated information on changing
marijuana laws, "Stand-Your-Ground" laws, terrorism, and more. Key
Topics: Sources of Criminal Law; Criminal Liability; Requirement of an Act;
Inchoate or Anticipatory Crimes; Defenses; Homicide; Sex Crimes; Crimes
against Persons; Robbery, Extortion, and Bribery; Theft and Property
Crimes; Crimes against Habitation; Crimes
