An Epitome of the Criminal Law (1885)

An Epitome of the Criminal Law is a legal reference book written by James Carter Harrison and originally published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive overview of criminal law in England during the late 19th century, covering topics such as the elements of a crime, criminal procedure, and the punishments that can be imposed for various offenses. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of criminal law. The first section provides an overview of the principles of criminal law, including the definition of a crime, the different types of offenses, and the elements that must be present for an act to be considered criminal. The second section covers criminal procedure, including the role of the police and the courts in investigating and prosecuting crimes, as well as the rights of the accused and the procedures that must be followed during a criminal trial. The third section deals with the different types of offenses that can be committed under criminal law, including offenses against the person, property offenses, and offenses against public order and morality. The final section of the book covers the punishments that can be imposed for criminal offenses, including imprisonment, fines, and other forms of punishment. Overall, An Epitome of the Criminal Law provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of criminal law in England during the late 19th century, making it a valuable resource for legal scholars, practitioners, and anyone interested in the history of criminal law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.