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Criminal law covers the rules and principles that govern how offences are defined, prosecuted, and punished.

• Actus reus and mens rea: These two Latin principles form the backbone of most offences — the guilty act and the guilty mind.
• Categories of criminal conduct: Lessons cover serious offences such as murder and manslaughter alongside lesser-known statutory crimes.
• Defences: You learn when the law recognises a valid excuse or justification that can reduce or eliminate liability.
• Sentencing and punishment: The subject also covers how courts decide on appropriate sentences and what factors influence the outcome.

Working with an experienced tutor gives you the structured support needed to excel in exams and coursework alike.

Criminal law tutors in Barrhead typically charge £70/h per hour.

The cost depends on:

• Your current level (A-level, LLB, LPC, SQE preparation)
• The teacher's expertise and legal background
• The number of hours booked per week
• Where the sessions take place

Comparing several profiles helps you find the best value for your studies.

Criminal law rests on a set of foundational principles that shape every offence, defence, and court procedure.

• The burden and standard of proof: In criminal law, the prosecution must prove its case beyond reasonable doubt — a much higher bar than in civil matters.
• Building blocks of criminal liability: Some strict liability offences are an exception — these require no proof of mental intent at all.
• The distinction between criminal and civil law: Unlike civil disputes between parties, a criminal conviction can result in imprisonment, fines, or a permanent record.
• Key legal defences: Defences such as self-defence, consent, duress, and automatism can reduce or remove criminal liability entirely.

These building blocks prepare you for everything that follows — from case law analysis to legal problem-solving.

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