Title: Criminal Law for Criminologists: Principles and
Theory in Criminal Justice
Authors: Noel Cross
Date: March 19, 2020
Abstract:
It introduces the key policies
and principles that drive criminal law in England and then explains the law
itself in terms of relevant statute and case law. Starting with an outline of
the basic principles and theories of criminal law and criminal justice, the
author goes on to discuss:
- Criminal law and criminal justice
in historical perspective,
- General principles of criminal
law, including actus reus and mens rea,
- Specific types of criminal
offence, including property, homicide, sexual, public order and drug offences,
An overview of defences to crime,
An appendix outlining essential
legal skills.
In examining the links between
the worlds of criminal law and criminal justice, Criminal Law for Criminologists
brings a fresh perspective to this field of research. Written in a clear and
direct style, this book will be essential reading for students of criminology,
criminal justice, law, cultural studies, social theory, and those interested in
gaining an introduction to criminal law.
ISBN: 9781138606913