Criminal Law, Tradition and Legal Order

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Focusing on the interplay between legal tradition and national identity, this critical study offers a fresh perspective on criminal law by merging philosophical and sociological insights. It highlights the unique aspects of Scots law and its cultural implications, while scrutinizing contemporary social theory's impact on legal practice. By investigating the tension between national boundaries and universal legal principles, the work reveals the modern traits of criminal law and critiques prevalent misconceptions within criminal justice theory.