Offences against the person

This edited volume brings together leading scholars on sexual assault law to discuss the shift towards consent-based sexual assault laws. It explores the complexities of consent in different jurisdictions with reformed sexual assault laws and analyses their strengths and weaknesses. Learn More

This book provides a detailed exploration of the responses of the criminal justice system to domestic abuse in Northern Ireland. The book's primary focus is on developments which have taken place since 2010, and in particular since the restoration of the Northern Ireland Assembly in January 2020. Learn More

A practical guide to the criminal process in England and Wales, from the start of criminal proceedings and the first court appearance of the accused, through to sentencing and appeal, this excellent book covers the procedure in the magistrates' courts, the Crown Court, and the criminal appeal courts. Learn More

This book explores the concepts of sex and sexual violation via an analysis of the values and interests at stake in sexual encounters, combined with empirical research into understandings and interpretations of the distinction between the two concepts. Learn More

Consent is used in many different social and legal contexts with the pervasive understanding that it is, and has always been, about autonomy - but has it? Learn More

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This supplement to the 5th edition of Rook & Ward on Sexual Offences updates all aspects of the law and procedure in respect of the law governing the prosecution of sexual offences from 2016. New topics and chapters are also included, making this much more than just an update supplement. These include new expert contributions on specialist subjects. Learn More

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The book deals with both lawful movement and abduction of children into and out of the UK, including full coverage of the criminal law. It contains information and case-law from important overseas jurisdictions to enable practitioners to advise parents of abducted children on the likely responses of foreign courts. Learn More

Rook and Ward is the leading work on Sexual offences, providing coverage of the most up to date legislation including the latest amendments to the Sexual Offences Act 2003 along with practice and procedure. It is an essential tool for all those involved in defending and trying sexual offence cases. Learn More

Documenting the experiences, achievements, challenges, and fundamental insights of the Office of the Prosecutor in prosecuting conflict-related sexual violence crimes at the ICTY, this volume analyses and recommends ways to overcome the obstacles faced in prioritizing, investigating and prosecuting conflict-related sexual violence crimes. Learn More

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