Ignorance of law : a philosophical inquiry /

This book argues that ignorance of law should usually be a complete excuse from criminal liability. It defends this conclusion by invoking two presumptions: first, the content of criminal law should conform to morality; second, mistakes of fact and mistakes of law should be treated symmetrically. Th...

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Main Author:	Husak, Douglas N., 1948- (Author)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2016]
Series:	Oxford legal philosophy.
Subjects:	Ignorance (Law) > Philosophy. Ignorance de la loi > Philosophie. LAW > Essays. LAW > General Practice. LAW > Jurisprudence. LAW > Paralegals & Paralegalism. LAW > Practical Guides. LAW > Reference. Norms. Non-compliance. Criminal justice. Criminal liability. Philosophy of law. Law. Electronic books.
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