• Written by lecturers who bring their examining experience to bear, pointing out common pitfalls and providing examples of ideal answers
• Each question is followed by clear commentary indicating exactly what examiners are looking for, and how to achieve this
• Bullet-pointed answer plans and further reading suggestions develop students' confidence
• The book is complemented by a specially tailored Online Resource Centre containing links to useful websites and a glossary to develop students' understanding of subject-specific terms

New to this edition

• Unlike other revision guides on the market, this book has been fully updated to take account of the Fraud Act 2006.

Readership: Law students on the LLB and GDL/CPE studying compulsory courses in criminal law.

Mike Molan, Professor of Legal Education and Acting Executive Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences, London South Bank University, and Geoff Douglas, Formerly Lecturer in Law, University of the West of England

1: Introduction: exam technique
2: The elements of a crime: actus reus and mens rea
3: Unlawful homicide
4: Non-fatal offences against the person
5: The defences I
6: The defences II
7: Inchoate offenses and accessories
8: Theft and criminal damages
9: Other theft offenses
10: Mixed questions