The volume offers a unique overview of key rulings by Germany’s Supreme and Constitutional Courts regarding criminal cases in 2011. This makes it the ideal tool for quickly and easily identifying the latest developments in penal law and criminal proceedings in 2011 and for incorporating them into day-to-day legal practice. The volume summarizes key rulings with the aid of selected passages and condensed explanations. It contains many practical suggestions and tips to make it easier for practitioners to apply new developments directly to their everyday work. Thanks to its succinct format, the adjudication update is also a valuable resource for anyone preparing to take legal examinations.