Criminal Procedure: A Contemporary Perspective FROM THE PUBLISHER
This text is designed to introduce students to the legal issues associated with constitutional criminal procedure, and provides well—edited cases with textual explanations. While the text's focus is on U.S. Supreme Court case law that has established the constitutional rules of criminal procedure, state court interpretations of state constitutions are also examined. In addition, students are introduced to basic legal research techniques. Questions associated with the cases are posed throughout the text, with accompanying tips on how those questions can be investigated. An instructor's manual is available.
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A textbook for undergraduate students of law, introducing the rules and principles of criminal procedure law using case studies to help them develop the analytical skills to understand the origins, content, and continuing evolution of the law. Concentrates on the US Supreme Court decisions interpreting the national Constitution but refers also to the role of state supreme courts. Also introduces reference materials and strategies for basic legal research. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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