Introduction: Basic Elements of Crime Criminal law generally prohibits undesirable acts. To prove a crime, it is necessary to establish some act, known as the actus reus or guilty act. Some offenses — especially modern regulatory ones — require only…...
The history of criminal law in Tanzania is a journey shaped by indigenous customs, colonial impositions, and post-independence reforms. From the regulation of conduct within tribes to the imposition of European legal systems, Tanzania’s criminal law evolved alongside its political…...
The nature, role, and function of criminal law have not remained static throughout human history. Instead, criminal law evolved in close connection with the prevailing economic systems, which shaped the structure of society, the relationship between individuals, and the needs…...
What is a Crime? The concept of “crime” does not have one universally accepted definition. Over the years, various scholars, legal thinkers, and criminologists have attempted to define crime based on their philosophical perspectives, societal values, and historical circumstances. Generally,…
This post covers everything you need to know about admission and confession in criminal law. Admission and confession are among the important issues in criminal liability. Here you will learn Let’s get started What is admission? Black’s Law Dictionary, defines…...
Law has been a central topic in legal science for centuries, with various scholars offering differing definitions and perspectives. While no single definition fully encompasses the concept of law, the following viewpoints highlight its key aspects: Nature of Law The…
Legal method is a foundational subject in legal studies that equips students with the techniques to locate, understand, and apply the law effectively. It is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across all areas of law, as the skills learned are…
Today I’m going to cover domicile in Private international law. Audience: Law students in Tanzania These notes will discuss; Let’s get started Domicile in Private International Law Domicile simply means a permanent home of a person. It may be defined as…
These notes cover everything you need to know about classification in private international law. Audience: Law students in Tanzania Here you will learn What is the classification in Private International Law? In a civil case involving a foreign element technically…
If you want to learn how to adopt a child in Tanzania, this post is for you. Generally, one of the means which people can build a family in this world is through adoption. The uniqueness of this way is…
