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Criminal law is two subjects taught as one: the substantive doctrine of what counts as a crime, and the procedural rules governing how the state may investigate and try it.

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How should I approach learning criminal law and procedure?
Criminal law is two subjects taught as one: the substantive doctrine of what counts as a crime, and the procedural rules governing how the state may investigate and try it.
What's a good book to start criminal law and procedure with?
A strong starting point is Punishment and responsibility by H. L. A. Hart. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.

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