Criminal Law (Justice Series)

Criminal Law (Justice Series), 3rd Edition, presents college students with a structured introduction to legal principles and the framework of criminal justice. Authored by Jennifer L. Moore and John L. Worrall, this Pearson textbook outlines the legal definitions, statutory limits, and structural principles that govern criminal offenses.

The volume organizes its core subject matter around the foundations of criminal law, limitations on the criminal law, and the specific elements of criminal liability. Learners analyze how legal standards define prohibited conduct alongside affirmative legal responses, balancing justification defenses with excuse defenses.

Published in 2022 under print ISBN 9780137370214, this edition equips undergraduate learners with a direct overview of statutory doctrines. It provides clear instructional material tailored for college courses in criminal law and criminal justice.