Principles of Criminal Law

by Andrew Ashworth (Author)

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  Paperback
  2009

  $5.79

  Principles of Criminal Law, now in its sixth edition, takes a distinctly different approach to the study of criminal law, whilst still covering all of the vital topics found on criminal law courses. Uniquely theoretical, it seeks to elucidate the underlying principles and theoretical foundations of the criminal law, and aims to critically engage readers by contextualising and analysing the law. This edition continues to fulfil this remit, whilst incorporating all of the most recent developments, such as the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, the Serious Crime Act 2007, the Law Commission report on murder, the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008, and the Fraud Act 2006. This is essential reading for students seeking a sophisticated and critically engaging exploration of the subject.

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  Paperback
  1995

  $23.50

  This text has been designed to introduce students to criminal law through a study of the principles and policies underlying it. Exploring the major spheres of criminal liability, the book raises questions about the proper limits of the criminal law, the relative seriousness of harms, the various principles grounded in fairness to individuals, policies designed to further the aims of the criminal law and ideas of criminal culpability. This second edition has been revised to include discussions of all major developments since 1991 and has been expanded to provide more coverage of substantive law. It is intended for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying criminal law, academics and some practitioners of criminal law.