Books by Joel (University of Minnesota) Samaha

Addresses the entire criminal procedure process - from search and seizure to post-conviction sentencing and review by appellate courts - providing case updates and coverage of such key issues as terrorism/homeland security, the USA-PATRIOT Act, searches and seizures, military tribunals, various changes to sentencing guidelines, and more.

Offers an overview that combines case excerpts with legal discussion and analysis to give students an understanding of criminal procedure, while emphasizing the need for a balance of government power and the liberty/privacy of individuals.

Clear and easy to understand, Joel Samaha's best-selling text helps you apply criminal law's enduring foundations and principles to fascinating, current court cases and specific crimes. With a blend of case excerpts and author commentary, the author guides you as you sharpen your critical thinking and legal analysis skills. As you progress through the book, you'll learn about the general principles of criminal liability and its defenses, as well as the elements of crimes against persons, property, society, and the state. You'll also see these principles at work in the cases and crimes that illustrate them. Featuring the latest topics and court cases, real-world illustrations, and study tools to maximize your course success (including MindTap), CRIMINAL LAW, 12th Edition will serve as a valuable reference long after you graduate. In fact, former users report that this is the only book they keep, and those who go on to law school say that it helps them in their criminal law course.

Includes methodical, careful explanations of traditional law categories as well as its inclusion of both classic and contemporary cases. This title helps students understand and think analytically about the underlying principles and policies that specific cases illustrate.