This unique work distills and clarifies the key areas of conduct and mental elements for unlawful killings, criminal responsibility for omissions and situations where a homicide may be justified or excused. In particular, this text examines the operation of partial defences to murder, including diminished responsibility or substantial impairment, excessive self-defence, infanticide and the often difficult area of provocation. Substantial consideration is also given to imputed intent in the form of constructive murder, and the diversity of offences falling within the scope of unlawful and dangerous act manslaughter and negligent manslaughter, as well as procedural matters including jury directions on alternative verdicts and punishment.
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