Law and Crime Chapter Two
Basis of Law Basis of law is essentially Human Conflict.
Common Law
Characteristics of Common Law
Constitutional Law
Statutory Law
Administrative Regulations
Judicial Law
Substantive Law vs Procedural Law
Presumption of Innocence
Due Process
Bill of Rights
Civil Law
Civil Law Continued…
Civil Suits (lawsuits) Plaintiff: Defendant:
Civil Remedies
Civil Remedies to Fight Crime Civil suits against offenders:
Civil Liability Against Criminal Justice Officials
Elements of a Crime Corpus delicti: Actus reus: Mens rea: Concurrence:
Legal Defense