Criminal Law Elements
Author(s): Penny Crofts
Penny Crofts has created a text that is accessible, current and provides a clear statement of the elements of offences studies by students of criminal law in common law states. This edition reflects recent major changes, particularly law reforms including one-punch laws, and Victoria's removal of the defence of provocation. Topics covered are: Elements of criminal liability; External elements of homicide; Murder; Voluntary manslaughter; Involuntary manslaughter; Assault; Rape; Property offences: New South Wales; Property offences: South Australia and Victoria; Extending criminal liability: complicity, attempt and conspiracy; Defences: mental impairment and automatism ;Defences: intoxication, mistake of fact, self-defence, duress and necessity. Features: Clear and concise introduction to Criminal Law in the common law jurisdictions; Key points at the beginning of each chapter; Specifically designed to assist students to develop a solid grasp of the principles of Criminal Law
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- : LexisNexis Butterworths
- : LexisNexis Butterworths
- : 26 August 2014
- : books
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- : Penny Crofts
- : Paperback