Introduction to criminal law ppt

THIS BOOK DISCUSSES VARIOUS EXPLANATIONS OF CRIME AND CRIMINALITY, TRACES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CORRECTIONS ORGANIZATIONS, AND DEALS WITH RESEARCH ON THE BEHAVIOR SYSTEMS OF THE CRIMINALLY DEFINED.

What are some examples of a criminal offense?

MENS REA, STRICT LIABILITY CRIMES Crimes where the defendant’s state of mind is immaterial. Defendant’s conviction will rest solely on the fact that he/she has committed the prohibited act.
EXAMPLES:

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Speeding 2.
Parking in front of a fire hydrant 3.
Statutory rape

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What are the learning outcomes of criminal law?

Learning Outcomes:

Outline the elements of crime; Understand the different degrees of intent; Explain what is a strict liability offence; Outline the burden and standard of proof in criminal law; and Be able to analyse case law and cite cases in a persuasive manner in an answer.

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