Sentencing and Punishment

This fifth edition of the textbook provides a comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of sentencing and punishment in the UK, exploring key topics from legal, philosophical, and practical perspectives. It is written by highly experienced teachers and researchers, offering a balanced approach and engaging students with chapter summaries, discussion questions, and case studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press

This new edition of the book provides comprehensive and impartial coverage of sentencing and punishment in the UK, examining the underlying theories and engaging with current debates. With extensive experience in teaching and research in this field, Susan Easton and Christine Piper are well-positioned to deliver a lively account of a dynamic subject area.

The book adopts a thorough and systematic approach to sentencing and punishment, exploring key topics from legal, philosophical, and practical perspectives. It offers in-depth and detailed coverage, while maintaining clarity and conciseness, providing a balanced perspective on the subject. Chapter summaries, discussion questions, and case studies facilitate student engagement, knowledge application, and reflection on ongoing debates.

In addition to a complete rework and restructuring, this fifth edition has been updated to reflect recent developments, including the Sentencing Act 2020 and changes following the 2019 general election. It serves as an essential guide for anyone studying sentencing and punishment as part of law or criminology courses.

Weight: 1114g
Dimension: 172 x 246 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192863300
Edition number: 5 Revised edition