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Published
Lexis Nexis, September 2014
ISBN
9780409337136
Format
Softcover

Criminal Law Elements 5th Edition 5th edition

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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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