Criminal Law (Justice Series), 3rd edition

Published by Pearson (July 9, 2021) © 2022

  • Jennifer L. Moore DeSales University
  • John L. Worrall University of Texas at Dallas

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Title overview

Criminal Law is a clear, thought-provoking exploration of core concepts, the latest research and current events shaping criminal justice today. Built to be affordable without sacrificing academic rigor, its pedagogy moves you beyond memorization to true understanding.

Criminal Law provides an easy-to-read, visually rich introduction to criminal law. Its engaging narrative, combined with supporting infographics and flowcharts, will help you critically consider course content against current events.

The 3rd Edition covers the latest hot-button issues and adds fresh, interesting controversial cases. Chapter-opening stories and Court Decision boxes have been expanded upon or revised, supporting in-depth class discussion.

Table of contents

PART 1: FOUNDATIONS

  1. The Foundations of Criminal Law
  2. Limitations on the Criminal Law
  3. The Elements of Criminal Liability

PART 2: DEFENSES TO CRIMINAL LIABILITY

  1. Justification Defenses
  2. Excuse Defenses

PART 3: MULTIPLE OFFENDERS AND INCHOATE CRIMES

  1. Complicity and Vicarious Liability
  2. Inchoate Crimes

PART 4: CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

  1. Homicide
  2. Assaultive Offenses

PART 5: CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY

  1. Property Damage, Invasion, and Cybercrime
  2. Theft and Analogous Offenses

PART 6: OTHER CRIMES

  1. Public Order, Morality, and Vice Crimes
  2. Terrorism and Offenses against the State

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