Author: Francis Lewis WellmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
The Art of Cross-Examination
Author: Francis Lewis WellmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
Children and Cross-Examination
Author: J R SpencerPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1847319564
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
In 2009, Stephen Barker was convicted of rape on the evidence of a little girl who was four-and-a-half years old at the trial, and about three-and-a-half when first interviewed by the police. The high point of the proceedings was the child's appearance as a live witness in order for Barker's counsel to attempt a cross-examination. This case focused attention on the need, imposed by current English law, for even tiny children to come to court for a live cross-examination. In 1989, the Pigot Committee proposed a scheme under which the whole of a young child's evidence, including cross-examination, would be obtained out of court and in advance of trial. In 1999 a provision designed to give effect to this was included in the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act, but it has not yet been brought into force. The full Pigot proposal was implemented, however, in Western Australia, and similar schemes operate in a number of European jurisdictions. This book of essays examines a number of these schemes, and argues the case for further reforms in the UK.
The Trial Process
Author: J. Alexander TanfordPublisher:
ISBN: 9781422472217
Category : Trial practice
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book introduces students to the essential skills and bodies of knowledge required for competent representation of clients, including highly practical issues such as courtroom etiquette, the psychology of jury trials, ethical considerations, and trial tactics within a legal and procedural framework. Sample transcripts appear throughout the book to directly illustrate how to conduct various stages of a trial, such as voir dire, opening and closing statements, and direct and cross-examination. The accompanying documentary supplement for this book, Trial Practice Problems and Case Files, may also be used with any trial advocacy textbook that emphasizes skills and tactics. Part One of Trial Practice Problems and Case Files contains a basic series of problems derived from the case files contained in Part Two. Part Two has complete, self-contained case files for four criminal cases and three civil cases. When used for full trials, each case is designed to be evenly balanced so that both sides have realistic chances for favorable verdicts. The case files also provide an excellent basis for developing individual problems and exercises. A Teacher's Manual is available to professors.
The Examination of Witnesses in Court
Author: Frederic John 1880-1948 WrottesleyPublisher: Wentworth Press
ISBN: 9781362498704
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
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Maccarthy on Cross-examination
Author: Terence MacCarthyPublisher: American Bar Association
ISBN: 9781590318867
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Learn how to look good on cross, even when the witness is not cooperating. Learn how to manage and effectively minimize the witness's involvement, without appearing controlling, extracting, and insulting. Filled with illustrative cross examinations from actual cases, this book is your key to employing these proven techniques in your own practice. Using the three themes that run through out the book--looking good, telling a story, and using short statements--you can take control of your cross examinations and achieve the results you desire.
United States Attorneys' Manual
Author: United States. Department of JusticePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Justice, Administration of
Languages : en
Pages : 720
Book Description
Examining Witnesses
Author: Michael E. TigarPublisher: American Bar Association
ISBN: 9781590312568
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
This book covers virtually every type of witness and witness situation that a lawyer is likely to encounter.
Examination of Witnesses in Criminal Cases
Author: Earl J. LevyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780779872459
Category : Examination of witnesses
Languages : en
Pages : 782
Book Description
Chapter 1. The Roles of Defence and Crown Counsel -- Chapter 2. Crown Disclosure Obligations -- Chapter 3. The Age of Information and Defence Implications -- Chapter 4. Client and Other Witness Interviews -- Chapter 5. Presenting Evidence-In-Chief -- Chapter 6. The Defence of Alibi -- Chapter 7. The Objectives of Cross-Examination -- Chapter 8. Preparation for Cross-Examination -- Chapter 9. Courtroom Manner: Connecting With the Jury -- Chapter 10. Observation and Recollection -- Chapter 11. Techniques of Cross-Examination -- Chapter 12. Prior Inconsistent Statements -- Chapter 13. Further Limitations and Obligations in Examining Witnesses -- Chapter 14. The Expert Witness -- Chapter 15. Cross-Examination of the Jailhouse Informant, Accomplice and Other Unsavory Witnesses -- Chapter 16. Cross-Examination of Police Officers -- Chapter 17. The Identification Witness -- Chapter 18. Cross-Examination of Child Witnesses -- Chapter 19. Re-Examination -- Chapter 20. Reply, Surreply and Collateral Questions -- Chapter 21. Reopening The Case -- Chapter 22. The Preliminary Inquiry -- Chapter 23. Demonstrative Evidence and Jury Deliberation Aids -- Chapter 24. Criminal Records -- Chapter 25. Character Witnesses -- Chapter 26. Privileges -- Chapter 27. Competency and Compellability of Witnesses -- Chapter 28. Hearsay Evidence and Its Exceptions -- Chapter 29. Opinion Evidence By Non-Experts -- Chapter 30. The Right to Silence and Self-Incrimination -- Chapter 31. Similar Fact Evidence -- Chapter 32. The Contested Bail Hearing -- Chapter 33. Judicial Interference -- Index.
Fundamentals of Trial Techniques
Author: Thomas A. MauetPublisher: Aspen Publishers
ISBN: 9780735518865
Category : Trial practice
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This comprehensive text gives your students a sound methodology for trial preparation and reviews the thought processes a trial lawyer should utilize before and during each phase of a trial. Focusing primarily on jury trial, the authors cover the full range of topics from Jury Selection and Opening Statements to Objections and Trial Preparation and Strategy."--pub. desc.
Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Author: American Bar Association. House of DelegatesPublisher: American Bar Association
ISBN: 9781590318737
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.