Mastering Criminal Law explores the basic principles useful in the study of criminal law, offering real-world examples to understand these concepts. It provides a clear and concise consideration of the fundamental structure of a crime, including statutory interpretation and sentencing. It has chapters on the typical crimes covered in most criminal law casebooks, with updated materials on homicide, sexual assault, and property crimes. Additionally, it covers accomplice liability, solicitation, attempt, and conspiracy. It also covers defenses, including the right to present a defense and updated materials on insanity. It distinguishes different approaches, such as the Common Law and Model Penal Code, and provides examples of different state statutes.