Description |
xxvi, 498 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
Contents |
1 Introduction -- 2 The Court Process -- 3 Types of Evidence -- 4 Direct and Circumstantial Evidence -- 5 Witnesses -- 6 Crime Scene Evidence and Experiments -- 7 Documentary Evidence, Models, Maps, and Diagrams -- 8 Hearsay and Its Exceptions -- 9 Privileged Communications -- 10 Developing Law of Search and Seizure -- 11 Field Interviews, Arrests, and Jail Searches -- 12 Plain View, Consent, Vehicle, and Administrative Searches -- 13 USA PATRIOT Act, Foreign Intelligence, and Other Types of Electronic Surveillance Covered by Federal Law -- 14 Self-Incrimination -- 15 Identification Procedures -- 16 Preparing the Case for Court |
Summary |
"Hails's brief and informative text discusses key evidentiary topics common in criminal proceedings within a practical, reader-friendly format that emphasizes real-world applications. The book thoroughly explores Constitutional issues essential to the collection and seizure of admissable evidence and legal interrogation, carefully outlining concepts and processes applicable to every state and pointing out where great interstate variation exists or specific state codes may have a strong impact. Full of realistic case scenarios, the text focuses on material that prepares you to apply your knowledge and skills as a working law enforcement professional fully immersed in the realities of today's society."--BOOK JACKET |
Notes |
Previous ed. 2005 |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Subject |
Evidence, Criminal -- United States.
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LC no. |
2007940633 |
ISBN |
0495095818 : |
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9780495095811 paperback |
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