Criminal Law: General Principles

Description This book meticulously explores the general principles of Maltese criminal law. It delves into the distinction between crimes and contraventions, vicarious liability, criminal corporate liability, and various defences such as justification, the notion of excuse, insanity, and intoxication. Additionally, it provides comprehensive coverage of punishment, recidivism, extradition, and European arrest warrants. This essential resource not only clarifies complex legal concepts but also offers invaluable insights for practitioners, scholars, and students of criminal law in Malta. An indispensable addition to any legal library, it bridges critical gaps in understanding and application of the law.