$103.49
Author: Bergman J.D. Paul
Brand: NOLO
Edition: Fifth
Number Of Pages: 456
Details: Review
From the Author: Criminal Law: A Desk Reference Reference is an A-to-Z explanation of criminal laws and processes. The book comprises hundreds of entries that will be helpful to people who want to know more about the criminal justice process, especially if they face criminal charges or are crime victims. The book provides clear and down-to-earth explanations of most common crimes and of basic criminal procedures, such as arrest, search and seizure, bail, rules of evidence, constitutional rights, victims’ rights, and prisoners’ rights. Many entries are accompanied by common-sense examples drawn from a variety of sources, including actual cases and classic courtroom movies.
Product Description
Understand criminal law! Learn about crimes, the system, and your rights
Whether you’re studying law, work in law enforcement, or simply want to know more about the criminal justice system, this book will get you up to speed.
Criminal Law: A Desk Reference covers the basic to the complex in alphabetical order. Whether it’s “alibi” or “writ of habeas corpus,” the book makes it easy to find and understand what you’re looking for.
With this book you’ll be able to:
learn the law with real-life examples understand procedures from arraignment through appeals see defenses to common crimes, and make sense of controversies regarding police use of force.
The fifth edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest criminal law trends and U.S. Supreme Court rulings.
About the Author
Paul Bergman is a Professor of Law Emeritus at the UCLA School of Law and a recipient of two University Distinguished Teaching Awards. His books include Nolo’s Deposition Handbook (with Moore, Nolo); Reel Justice: The Courtroom Goes to the Movies (with Asimow, Andrews McMeel); Trial Advocacy: Inferences, Arguments, Techniques (with Moore and Binder, West Publishing Co.) Trial Advocacy in a Nutshell (West Publishing Co.); Represent Yourself in Court: How to Prepare & Try a Winning Case (with Berman, Nolo); Depositions in a Nutshell (with Moore, Binder, and Light, West Publishing Co.); Lawyers as Counselors: A Client-Centered Approach (with Binder, Tremblay, and Weinstein, West Publishing Co); Evidence Law and Practice (with Friedland and Benham); Cracking the Case Method (with Goodman and Holm, West Academic Publishing); Evidence Law and Practice (with Friedland and Benham, Carolina Academic Press); and You Matter: Ten Spiritual Commitments for a Richer and More Meaningful Life (with Rabbi Mark Borovitz, AuthorHouse). Paul has also published numerous articles in law journals. And, using clips from law-related films, he regularly gives presentations to lawyers, judges, and community groups.
Release Date: 29-12-2020
Package Dimensions: 24x228x689
