Principles Of Criminal Law In Queensland And Western Australia

A student-focused, approachable textbook designed as a complete course companion for all stages and levels of study. The inclusion of summaries, revision questions and problem questions make it highly useful for students approaching subject for the first time students preparing for exams.

Guide to the underlying principles of criminal law in Queensland, Western Australia and, where appropriate, Tasmania. Third edition takes into account changes which have occurred since March 1984. Suitable for both students and practitioners. Includes tables of cases, statutes and comparative sections.

This text provides students and practitioners with a comprehensive and current guide to the fundamentals of the criminal law in Queensland and Western Australia. It also has direct application in other Code jurisdictions, such as Tasmania. In Western Australia, there has been a major restructure of procedural aspects of the state's criminal law, through the repeal of the Justices Act 1902 and many provisions in the Criminal Code. These were replaced by other statutes including the Criminal Procedure Act 2004, the Criminal Appeals Act 2004 and the Criminal Investigation Act 2006. This legislation has introduced more streamlined procedures. The Criminal Code in Western Australia was also amended to more succinctly provide for circumstance where a person may be convicted of an offence as an alternative to that which was the subject of the initial charge. In Queensland, statutory changed have been less extensive. However, a significant amendment relates to the double jeopardy rules so that, in certain circumstances where there is fresh and compelling evidence, a person acquitted of a crime may be ordered by the Court of Appeal to be retried. These case law and statutory developments all have been incorporated into this 7th edition.

Designed for LLB courses in criminal law in Queensland and Western Australia, this casebook examines the key concepts and principles of the Criminal Code and of other major state and Commonwealth offences. It contains an extended commentary for each chapter which reviews the applicable statutory provisions and highlights case readings.

A casebook in four parts designed for courses in criminal law. Examines the key concepts and principles of the Criminal Code in the states named and other major State and Commonwealth Statutes, using case studies. Has an extended commentary for each chapter, tables of cases and statutes, and an index. The authors are professors of law at Bond University.

Criminal Law in Queensland and Western Australia is designed to facilitate both continuous review and preparation for examinations. This book provides an understanding of criminal law for Queensland and Western Australia and gives a clear and systematic approach to analysing and answering problem and exam questions. Each chapter commences with a summary of the relevant law and identification of the key issues. Each question is followed by a suggested answer plan, a sample answer and comments on how the answer might be assessed by an examiner. The author also offers advice on common errors to avoid and practical hints and tips on how to achieve higher marks.

Opens with a consideration of the social, economic and historical context of criminal law before examining the principles that form the basis of criminal law in Australia. Case studies of important decisions influencing the development of the law are included and interesting issues are highlighted.

Provides students and practitioners with a comprehensive and current guide to the fundamentals of the criminal law in Queensland and Western Australia. John Devereux, University of Queensland. Meredith Blake, University of Western Australia.