Commentary on the Law of Murder

About this book

"Commentary on the Law of Murder" by Gazi Shamsur Rahman is an authoritative law book on the law of murder, its judicial interpretation and important court decisions. It analyses murder-related offences, investigation, trial and the provisions on punishment in light of Bangladesh's Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and Evidence Act.

The book explains in detail the definition of murder, the various kinds of homicide, the ingredients of murder, the difference between intentional and unintentional killing, abetment, the right of self-defence, conspiracy, evaluation of evidence, taking of testimony and the legal aspects of investigation, in light of notable court judgments. Combining judicial decisions with practical examples, the book is regarded as a reliable aid for legal practice and judicial research.

The book is highly useful for officers of the Bangladesh Police, investigating officers (IO), lawyers, judges, judicial officers, law students, researchers and BCS (Judicial, Police and Administration) examinees. It is also a valuable reference for gaining in-depth knowledge of the investigation, trial and legal analysis of murder cases.

Published by Khoshroz Kitab Mahal Limited, this edition is printed on high-quality 55 GSM white paper and finished in gel binding (hardcover) for long-lasting use. This 424-page book is an important addition on criminal law and judicial matters relating to murder.

At a glance

• An authoritative book on the law of murder and its judicial interpretation
• Analysis based on the Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Evidence Act
• Useful for police officers, investigating officers, lawyers, judges and law students
• Pages: 424