About This Book
Criminal Law and Its Processes: Cases and Materials, 11th Edition
ISBN: 9781543810776
Criminal Law and Its Processes: Cases and Materials, 11th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for students and educators in the field of criminal law. This book is a go-to resource for those seeking a detailed exploration of criminal law principles, including doctrinal material and key criminal justice policy questions.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in criminal law courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of criminal law, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of legal principles.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of Criminal Law and Its Processes has been updated to address contemporary issues in criminal law. This edition includes enhanced treatment of America’s long-overdue reckoning with over-criminalization, mass incarceration, and discriminatory law enforcement. It also discusses abolitionist critiques of American penal law and considers restorative justice as a possible alternative to traditional punishment.
Author and Other Works
The authors of this book are Sanford H. Kadish (late), Stephen Schulhofer, and Rachel E. Barkow. Sanford H. Kadish was a renowned scholar in the field of criminal law, known for his insightful and comprehensive approach to teaching criminal law. Stephen Schulhofer is a prominent legal scholar who has written extensively on criminal law and procedure. Rachel E. Barkow is a leading expert in criminal law and procedure, with a focus on issues related to over-criminalization and mass incarceration.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers all the doctrinal material and key criminal justice policy questions.
- Contemporary Issues: It includes in-depth treatment of racial profiling, police use of excessive force, and structural pressures and biases in the context of exploring the expansion of excuses.
- Updated Cases: The material contains recent cases and new Model Penal Code provisions on rape, making it more readily understandable for students.
- Broader Exploration: It explores what society chooses to criminalize and prioritize for enforcement.
- Interactive Tools: The connected eBook with Study Center provides interactive tools for students to engage with the material more effectively.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781543810776
- Connected eBook with Study Center: ISBN-13: 9781543810776 (digital only)
- eBook + Study Center + Audiobook: ISBN-13: 9781543810776 (digital only)
- eBook + Study Center + Audiobook + Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781543810776 (digital only)
Publication Details
- Publisher: Aspen Publishing
- Publication Date: February 9, 2022
- Number of Pages: 1440 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- 10th Edition: Available through Aspen Publishing and other retailers (ISBNs may vary)
Related ISBNs:
- 9781543851977
- 9781543857122
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