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Contemporary Criminal Law: Concepts, Cases, and Controversies
ISBN: 9781071812990
About This Book
"Contemporary Criminal Law: Concepts, Cases, and Controversies" is a comprehensive textbook designed for undergraduate criminal law courses. Written by Matthew Lippman, this sixth edition is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of contemporary criminal law concepts, cases, and controversies.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in undergraduate criminal law courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of criminal law, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of legal principles.
History and Editions
The sixth edition of "Contemporary Criminal Law: Concepts, Cases, and Controversies" has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest court decisions and real-life examples. This edition includes new cases that illustrate important concepts and recent court decisions, including decisions on constitutional rights, criminal acts, and terrorism. The text has been reorganized to better streamline the content and maintain contemporary content and themes.
Author and Other Works
Matthew Lippman is the author of "Contemporary Criminal Law: Concepts, Cases, and Controversies." He is known for his ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and simply, making the book an engaging and thought-provoking resource for students.
Key Features
- Engaging Learning Tools: The book includes auto-graded assignments, interactive multimedia tools, and a 'You Decide' in-chapter feature that clarifies concepts and enhances interactivity.
- Real-Life Examples: The text uses real-life examples that students connect to and recognize, covering emerging legal topics such as constitutional rights, consent, arson, identity theft, and hate crimes.
- Case Studies: Each chapter includes cases, case notes, model penal code, and discussion boxes to stimulate critical thinking and in-class discussion.
- Learning Objectives: The open-access Student Study Site offers flashcards that strengthen understanding of key terms and concepts, as well as learning objectives that reinforce the most important material.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781071812990
- eBook: Available through VitalSource (ISBN: 9781071812969)
- Loose Leaf: ISBN-13: 9781071812969
Publication Details
- Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc.
- Publication Date: April 21st, 2022
- Number of Pages: 944
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- Related ISBNs:
- Loose Leaf (April 29th, 2022): ISBN-13: 9781071812969
- eBook (VitalSource): ISBN-13: 9781071812969
- Related ISBNs (for loose leaf and eBook):
- Loose Leaf (April 29th, 2022): ISBN-13: 9781071812969
- eBook (VitalSource): ISBN-13: 9781071812969
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Contemporary Criminal Law: Concepts, Cases, and Controversies," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
