What is Criminal Law

Criminal law is a type of public law where the government enacts laws to protect individuals' interests from others' intrusions, focusing on property and personal rights. It involves government actions against individuals who endanger society, with possible punishments like fines or imprisonment. The authority for these laws comes from the federal government's power to regulate commerce and the state's duty to protect its citizens.

What are the implications of the Commerce Clause and state police power in criminal law?

In what ways does criminal law protect individuals' interests?