Criminal Law Elements

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LexisNexis Butterworths Australia
28 April 2026

Criminal law & procedure

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Criminal Law Elements is a succinct introduction to the essential elements of criminal law in common law states. It provides a clear, accessible and current discussion of criminal offences in New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria. The author details and explains the basic elements of criminal law and provides examples of solutions to problem questions. This book is a valuable resource for students and anyone wishing to understand the common law criminal law system, as well as a concise reference for practitioners.

The eighth edition has been fully revised and updated with new leading cases from principal appellate courts in Australia and new legislative provisions that have effected significant changes to the criminal law. This includes analysis of developments in relation to causation doctrine where there are multiple causes and the exploration of a recent High Court manslaughter by criminal negligence case. The book presents updates to sexual assault law and the application of fraud offences in New South Wales, provides further clarification of complicity law, and considers mental impairment defences. The book clarifies and simplifies complex areas of law, such as property offences and offences extending criminal liability.

Features

Clear and concise introduction to Criminal Law in the common law jurisdictions

Key points at the beginning of each chapter and student tips throughout

Specifically designed to assist students to develop a solid grasp of the principles of Criminal Law

Related Titles

Crofts et al, Waller and Williams Criminal Law: Text and Cases, 15th edition, 2024

Hickie, Lloyd & Beaumont, LexisNexis Questions and Answers: Criminal Law for the Common Law States, 4th edition, 2025

Ilanli, Quick Reference Card: Criminal Law for the Common Law States, 3rd edition

By: P Crofts
Imprint: LexisNexis Butterworths Australia
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 8th edition
Weight: 1.450kg
ISBN: 9780409361391
ISBN 10: 0409361399
Publication Date: 28 April 2026
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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