Scots Criminal Law

The fifth edition of this highly regarded text explains all the basic principles relating to Scots criminal law, taking account of ongoing changes in substantive law, including the continuing influence of human rights. The fifth edition takes account of latest case law developments and important new legislation including the Vulnerable Witnesses (Criminal Evidence) (Scotland) Act 2019 and the Age of Criminal Responsibility (Scotland) Act 2019. Coverage is also given to the establishment of the Scottish Government's Victim Taskforce to focus on a victim-centered legal approach, trauma informed practice and key aspects of the legal response to gender-based violence. The main common law and statutory offences are covered under the following sections - Offences against the person - Social protection offences - Property offences - Offences against the state and administration of justice