An Introduction to Criminal Law in Queensland and Western Australia, 8th Edition

Author: John Devereux; Meredith Blake
Publisher: LexisNexis Australia
ISBN: 9780409331981
Published In: January 2013
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Australia ? Disclaimer:
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Following the tradition established by Graham Kenny and Jim Herlihy in 1978, John Devereux and Meredith Blake present the eighth edition of Kenny Criminal Law in Queensland and Western Australia that is a comprehensive and current guide to the fundamentals of the criminal law in Queensland and Western Australia, much of which has direct application in other Code jurisdictions, such as Tasmania.

This edition incorporates the many recent amendments to the Criminal Codes and to various other statutes relating to criminal law in both Queensland and Western Australia. Of particular importance is the incorporation of the 2008 changes to the Criminal Code (WA) which have significantly changed the structure and substance of the homicide offences and the excuses associated with homicide in Western Australia.

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• A clear distinction between different jurisdictions allows readers to focus on their relevant codes and legislation
• Accessible design and clear structure assists student learning
• Direct application in other code law jurisdictions such as Tasmania

1. Introduction
2. The Trial Courts
3. Appeals
4. Classification of Offences
5. The Trial Process
6. The Onus of Proof
7. Special Pleas
8. Criminal Responsibility
9. Parties to Offences
10. Special Categories of Liability
11. Preliminary Offences
12. Homicide
13. Offences Against the Person
14. Sexual Offences
15. Offences Relating to Property
16. Drug Offences