Criminal Law
Sanford H. Kadish, Stephen J. Schulhofer, Carol S. Steiker, Rachel E. Barkow · 11th
Complete case list for Kadish, Schulhofer, Steiker & Barkow, the Criminal Law casebook by Sanford H. Kadish (11th Edition)
pp. pp. 1-10
This case explores the necessity defense and the limits of duress.
pp. pp. 10-18
This case discusses the duty to rescue and their implications.
pp. pp. 19-28
Establishes the framework for determining mens rea.
pp. pp. 29-35
Illustrates the concept of recklessness in criminal law.
pp. pp. 36-45
Examines liability in cases of assault by dogs.
pp. pp. 46-54
Discusses the concept of strict liability in criminal offenses.
pp. pp. 55-64
Addresses the complexities of factual and legal causation.
pp. pp. 65-70
A foundational case on the 'but for' test of causation.
pp. pp. 71-80
Explores the doctrine of felony murder in homicide cases.
pp. pp. 81-90
Analyzes the limits of felony murder liability.
pp. pp. 91-100
A key case concerning self-defense and proportionality.
pp. pp. 101-110
Addresses the defense of necessity in criminal law.
pp. pp. 111-120
Examines attempts and their thresholds for liability.
pp. pp. 121-130
Discusses conspiratorial agreements and their legal weight.
pp. pp. 131-140
Involves the insanity defense and its application.
pp. pp. 141-150
Key case that established the McNaughton Rule for insanity.
pp. pp. 151-160
Addresses the federal sentencing guidelines and their effect.
pp. pp. 161-170
Discusses the proportionality principle in sentencing.
Professors assign this book due to its comprehensive approach to criminal law principles and the integration of case law with theoretical frameworks. The pedagogical approach emphasizes critical thinking and the application of law to varied factual scenarios, preparing students for real-world legal challenges.