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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 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 activities

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9780199890866

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"""This book offers a very comprehensive but concise treatment of criminal law. It's the perfect text for undergraduates.""--Pamela Everett, Wayne State College ""Straightforward and user-friendly.""--Sara Ellen Kitchen, Chestnut Hill College ""Very readable for undergraduates.""--Jo-Ann Della Giustina, Bridgewater State University"

This book offers a very comprehensive but concise treatment of criminal law. It's the perfect text for undergraduates. --Pamela Everett, Wayne State College Straightforward and user-friendly. --Sara Ellen Kitchen, Chestnut Hill College Very readable for undergraduates. --Jo-Ann Della Giustina, Bridgewater State University

This book offers a very comprehensive but concise treatment of criminal law. It's the perfect text for undergraduates. --Pamela Everett, Wayne State College Straightforward and user-friendly. --Sara Ellen Kitchen, Chestnut Hill College Very readable for undergraduates. --Jo-Ann Della Giustina, Bridgewater State University

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Sue Titus Reid is Professor in the Askew School of Public Administration and Policy at Florida State University.

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