criminal law
Introduction
For an account of criminal law in ancient and medieval times, see composition; vendetta. See also military law; martial law; international law; piracy; war crimes.
Sections in this article:
- Introduction
- Classification of Crimes
- Defining Crimes and Setting Punishment
- The Right to a Defense
- Criminal Procedure
- Bibliography
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