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Criminal law at the University of Glasgow is a cornerstone of the School's academic and research activity, reflecting its critical importance in society. Our researchers tackle complex and evolving issues, employing a range of approaches that include doctrinal and empirical analysis, comparative studies, theoretical exploration and socio-legal inquiry. This breadth of focus cultivates an inclusive, interdisciplinary, and intellectually stimulating environment, where diverse perspectives come together to advance understandings of criminal law and justice.
A defining feature of our research is its strong focus on law reform. Our staff and students contribute significantly to modernising legal frameworks and improving justice processes, working across a range of issues including jury trials, sentencing policy, community sanctions and measures, victim support, and the protection of vulnerable groups. This work not only enhances the Scottish legal system but has broader implications for justice systems worldwide. Moreover, our scholarship is at the forefront of the field, offering pioneering insights into the principles of criminalisation and criminal responsibility, particularly as they intersect with complex and evolving contexts such as markets, technological innovation, cybercrime, gender, youth and social justice imperatives.
With its dynamic blend of scholarship, policy engagement and teaching excellence, criminal law at Glasgow exemplifies the University’s commitment to making a meaningful impact on society. By addressing contemporary challenges and advocating for progressive change, the School ensures that its contributions to the criminal law remain both timely and transformative.