In this episode, we review the essentials of Criminal Law — from core principles to major defenses — to help you ace your final. Part 1 – Foundations of Criminal Law Felonies vs. Misdemeanors: Based on possible sentence length.Sources: Common law, statutes, and the MPC.Limits:Rule of Lenity – ambiguity favors defendant.Ex Post Facto – no retroactive punishment.Purposes of Punishment: Deterrence, Retribution, Rehabilitation, Incapacitation.Part 2 – Core Elements of Crime Actus Reus: Voluntary ...
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In this episode, we review the essentials of Criminal Law — from core principles to major defenses — to help you ace your final. Part 1 – Foundations of Criminal Law Felonies vs. Misdemeanors: Based on possible sentence length.Sources: Common law, statutes, and the MPC.Limits:Rule of Lenity – ambiguity favors defendant.Ex Post Facto – no retroactive punishment.Purposes of Punishment: Deterrence, Retribution, Rehabilitation, Incapacitation.Part 2 – Core Elements of Crime Actus Reus: Voluntary ...
ConLaw_The Birth of Judicial Review and Tools for Constitutional Interpretation
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ConLaw_The Birth of Judicial Review and Tools for Constitutional Interpretation
🎙️ In this episode of Constitutional Law, we set the stage for one of the most powerful—and controversial—features of our legal system: judicial review. ⚖️ The Most Consequential Election: The year is 1800, and the nation hangs on a knife’s edge. Federalists fear Thomas Jefferson will bring chaos and guillotines; Republicans believe John Adams will crown himself king. Both sides see the election as a fight for America’s survival. Jefferson’s victory marks the first peaceful transfer of...
American Law Cafe
In this episode, we review the essentials of Criminal Law — from core principles to major defenses — to help you ace your final. Part 1 – Foundations of Criminal Law Felonies vs. Misdemeanors: Based on possible sentence length.Sources: Common law, statutes, and the MPC.Limits:Rule of Lenity – ambiguity favors defendant.Ex Post Facto – no retroactive punishment.Purposes of Punishment: Deterrence, Retribution, Rehabilitation, Incapacitation.Part 2 – Core Elements of Crime Actus Reus: Voluntary ...
