CA Bar Exam · Criminal Law
Criminal Law for the California Bar Exam
Substantive criminal law and procedure
53% Pass Rate
What You'll Master
Master homicide distinctions (murder degrees, manslaughter)
Learn mens rea requirements for each crime
Memorize theft crimes and their elements
Understand defenses (justification, excuse, mitigation)
Nail inchoate offenses and accomplice liability
53%
Pass Rate
910+
Students
Criminal Law for California Bar Exam FAQ
What Criminal Law topics are covered?
Our flashcards cover homicide (all degrees), assault, battery, theft crimes (larceny, robbery, burglary, etc.), sex offenses, defenses, inchoate crimes, and accomplice liability.
How do flashcards help distinguish similar crimes?
Criminal Law has many overlapping crimes. Our flashcards emphasize the distinguishing elements—like the difference between larceny, embezzlement, and false pretenses.
Are defenses thoroughly covered?
Yes. We cover self-defense, defense of others, necessity, duress, intoxication, insanity (all tests), and other defenses with their specific requirements.
Do you cover both common law and MPC approaches?
Yes. Where relevant, our flashcards note both common law and Model Penal Code approaches, especially for homicide and mens rea.
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