Criminal Law: The Essentials

By Sue Titus Reid

Book Overview

The most up-to-date book on the market, Criminal Law: The Essentials, Second Edition, provides a brief yet comprehensive introduction to this fascinating and ever-evolving field. Meticulously revised and updated, this concise version of Sue Titus Reid's Criminal Law, Ninth Edition (OUP, 2012), includes:* The most recent cases and developments in the field* New and updated focus boxes featuring real-world examples* Expanded discussions of elder abuse, child and domestic partner abuse, the sentencing of juveniles, reform of the 100:1 ratio in sentencing for crack and powder cocaine and other drug-related issues, and bullying* Coverage of current developments in criminal law, including Wall Street reform and capital punishment* Rich pedagogical tools--chapter outlines, summaries, study questions, key terms, and Internet activitiesCriminal Law: The Essentials, Second Edition, is an ideal resource for instructors who would like to supplement their courses with additional reading material without overwhelming their students.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199890862
• ISBN13: 9780199890866
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.1" x 0.8" x 9.1"