Criminal Law (6th Edition)

Description:

Master the principles of liability and the specifics of South African crimes. C.R. Snyman’s Criminal Law is the gold standard for law students and practitioners alike. Known for its logical structure and clear explanations, the 6th Edition provides a deep dive into the General Principles of criminal liability (the “building blocks” of a crime) and the Specific Offenses that form the core of our legal system.

Why “Snyman” is the Essential Criminal Law Text:

• Comprehensive Theory: Clearly explains the four requirements for criminal liability: Legality, Conduct, Compliance with Definitional Elements, and Unlawfulness.

• Culpability focus: Includes detailed sections on dolus (intent) and culpa (negligence), which are crucial for solving exam problem questions.

• Updated Case Law: Analysis of landmark Constitutional Court judgments that have reshaped crimes like defamation and various sexual offenses.

• Exam-Friendly Layout: Uses a systematic approach that makes it easy to “check off” the elements of a crime when answering scenario-based questions.

Key Topics Covered:

• General Principles: Theories of punishment, the principle of legality, and the sequence of criminal liability.

• Grounds of Justification: Private defense (self-defense), necessity, and consent.

• Culpability: Understanding the different forms of intent (Directus, Indirectus, and Eventualis).

• Crimes against Life: Detailed breakdowns of Murder and Culpable Homicide.

• Crimes against Property: Theft, Robbery, and Fraud.

• Participation: The doctrine of Common Purpose and the role of accomplices.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9780409053081

• Author: C.R. Snyman

• Publisher: LexisNexis South Africa

• Edition: 6th Edition

• Format: Physical Paperback

Condition Note: This book is in good, student-used condition.