Homicide offences in criminal law

Actus Reus of criminal acts

A detailed examination of the varying offences encompassed by 'non fatal offences against the person', such as assault and battery amongst others. Also included are cases and legislation to exemplify the points made and a diagram to clearly exemplify the hierarchy of offences.

An outline of the actus reus and mens rea of homicide, as well as a clear description of the varying offences under homicide such as constructive manslaughter and involuntary manslaughter.

A detailed examination of the varying defences to homicide such as loss of control, diminished responsibility and the former defence of provocation. Also included are cases to justify and shed light on the defences.

Notes on further reading for actus reus, and specifically causation and omissions liability. The notes, taken from the book 'Great Debates in Criminal Law' by Jonathan Herring, set out in detail the reasons according to varying academic commentators for imposing criminal liability in terms of causation and omissions. They are very useful notes for essays, adding the academic commentary and depth of knowledge required for a high 2:1 or 1st.