Routledge Controversies in Criminal Law - Philosophical Essays

Explore the deep philosophical questions surrounding the legal system with Controversies in Criminal Law: Philosophical Essays on Responsibility and Procedure. Published by Routledge, this volume moves beyond traditional debates about criminalization and punishment to address modern legal challenges. Editors Michael J. Gorr and Sterling Harwood have curated a selection of papers that examine what establishes criminal liability after an act is performed. The collection also investigates the boundaries of state power, specifically what methods the state should be allowed to use when trying to establish liability in a court of law. This book provides a platform for significant and exciting philosophical work on the core mechanics of criminal law. It is an essential resource for students, legal scholars, and philosophers interested in the intersection of responsibility, procedure, and the fundamental principles that govern criminal justice systems.