Principles of Indonesian Criminal Law

This new book provides an in-depth exploration of criminal law in Indonesia, covering definitions, history, principles, and more. Written by a renowned scholar with extensive experience, it is a valuable resource for comparative criminal lawyers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive and authoritative new work provides a comprehensive exploration of the key principles and processes of criminal law in Indonesia. Focusing on substantive criminal law, the book begins by delving into its definition, historical background, principles, and interpretation. It then proceeds to examine a criminal offense and its elements, criminal fault and liability, causation, and other relevant issues. Authored by a renowned scholar with extensive experience in both practice and teaching in the field, this book is a valuable resource for comparative criminal lawyers seeking to understand the legal framework of Indonesia.

The book is organized into five chapters, each covering a different aspect of criminal law. In the first chapter, the author provides a theoretical framework for understanding criminal law, emphasizing its role in maintaining social order and protecting individual rights. The second chapter explores the definition and elements of a criminal offense, including the necessary mental state and the actus reus of the offense. The third chapter examines criminal fault and liability, discussing the principles of mens rea and causation. The fourth chapter examines the principles of criminal procedure, including the right to a fair trial, the burden of proof, and the role of the judiciary. The fifth chapter explores the consequences of criminal offenses, including imprisonment, fines, and other forms of punishment.

Throughout the book, the author employs a clear and concise writing style, making it accessible to a wide range of readers, including law students, practitioners, and scholars. The book also includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the practical application of criminal law principles.

In conclusion, this authoritative new work sets out the key tenets of the principles and process of criminal law in Indonesia. By focusing on substantive criminal law, the book provides a comprehensive exploration of a criminal offense and its elements, criminal fault and liability, causation, and other relevant issues. Authored by a renowned scholar with extensive experience in both practice and teaching in the field, this book is a valuable resource for comparative criminal lawyers seeking to understand the legal framework of Indonesia.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 165 x 242 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509950928