Criminal Law

Kadish, Schulhofer, Steiker & Barkow

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)

Chapter 1: Introduction to Criminal Law

This case explores the necessity defense and the limits of duress.

People v. Beardsley

pp. pp. 10-18

This case discusses the duty to rescue and their implications.

Chapter 2: Mental States

Establishes the framework for determining mens rea.

R v. Cunningham

pp. pp. 29-35

Illustrates the concept of recklessness in criminal law.

Chapter 3: Principles of Criminal Liability
People v. Knoller

pp. pp. 36-45

Examines liability in cases of assault by dogs.

State v. Sokolowski

pp. pp. 46-54

Discusses the concept of strict liability in criminal offenses.

Chapter 4: Causation
People v. Acosta

pp. pp. 55-64

Addresses the complexities of factual and legal causation.

R v. White

pp. pp. 65-70

A foundational case on the 'but for' test of causation.

Chapter 5: Felony Murder
People v. Smith

pp. pp. 71-80

Explores the doctrine of felony murder in homicide cases.

State v. Narron

pp. pp. 81-90

Analyzes the limits of felony murder liability.

Chapter 6: Justifications and Excuses
State v. LaFountain

pp. pp. 91-100

A key case concerning self-defense and proportionality.

Addresses the defense of necessity in criminal law.

Chapter 7: Inchoate Crimes
People v. Prime

pp. pp. 111-120

Examines attempts and their thresholds for liability.

R v. Lee

pp. pp. 121-130

Discusses conspiratorial agreements and their legal weight.

Chapter 8: Defenses
Clark v. State

pp. pp. 131-140

Involves the insanity defense and its application.

People v. McNaughton

pp. pp. 141-150

Key case that established the McNaughton Rule for insanity.

Chapter 9: Sentencing and Punishment

Addresses the federal sentencing guidelines and their effect.

Rummel v. Estelle

pp. pp. 161-170

Discusses the proportionality principle in sentencing.

Why This Casebook

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.

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