Part VII. Limitations of the criminal law -- Perspective. Part II. Specific crimes -- Homicide -- Causation -- Rape -- Other crimes against the person -- Self-defense and related defenses -- Crimes against property -- Part III. Ingredients of a crime -- Mens rea (intent) -- Actus reus -- Part IV. Special defenses -- Insanity -- Other defenses -- Part V. Proof of facts -- Burden of proof -- Presumptions and inferences -- Part VI. Inchoate and group criminality -- Attempt -- Accountability for the acts of others -- Conspiracy -- Corporate criminal liability -- Part VII. Limitations of the criminal law -- Limitations of the criminal law -- Perspective.
Summary:
"This guide helps you gain an overview of and develop perspective on the area of criminal law. It is organized into eight sections for quick reference. Expert discussion explores punishment, specific crimes, and the ingredients of a crime such as mens rea and actus reus. Other topics covered include special defenses, the burden of proof, and inchoate and group criminality. It also reflects on the limitations of criminal law."-- Provided by publisher.
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