The Criminal Trial: Courtroom Practices, Policies and Procedures by Brian Mills

Description: The Criminal Trial by Brian Mills This book will introduce the professional witness to the courtroom practices, policies and procedures within the context of the criminal trial. It will have a direct and particular relevance to police officers and officers from the regulatory authorities. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The criminal court system resolves disputes, imposes and maintains order and upholds human rights. The ability to give evidence in court in a competent and professional manner is a core skill for an investigator.\nThe Criminal Trial describes and analyses the main rules of the law of evidence within a framework relevant to the policing profession. It is the emphasis placed on the policing profession and the professions role in the pre-trial and trial process as well as the discussion of issues pertaining to the "professional witness" which sets this text apart from others. Author Biography Brian was formerly a member of the New South Wales Police Force with 23 years service. Brian has extensive experience in the field of criminal investigation and has served as a detective at several Squads within the Criminal Investigation Branch, Sydney including the Fraud Squad. He was also the Director of Detectives Training for the NSW Police Force. Brian resigned from the Police Force in 1991 to enter the legal profession where he practised as a Solicitor in the field of criminal law and litigation later becoming a partner in a law firm. Brian was appointed a Senior Lecturer at the Australian Graduate School of Policing at Charles Sturt University in 1999. Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. The Court System 3. The Adversary System 4. The Legal Profession in Court: Solicitors; Barristers; Judges and Magistrates; Director of Public Prosecutions; Crown Prosecutors; Public Defenders; Legal Aid Lawyers; Police Prosecutors 5. Court Officers and other Participants: The Office of the Sheriff ;Judges Associates; The Jury 6. Courtroom Environment 7. Courtroom Protocol and Procedure 8. Stages of Evidence: (a)The Prosecution Case: Evidence-in-Chief; Cross-Examination; Re-Examination; Sequence of Witnesses; Expert Opinions; Lay Opinions and Police Officers (b)The Defence Case 9. Sentencing 10. Appeals 11. Conduct Before and After a Court Case 12. Awarding Costs against Police 13. Coronial Inquests and Inquiries 14. Conclusion Review For those who are new to this arena, Brian provides a much needed road map that will assist them to prepare for the courtroom. The book is written in a clear, straight-forward language which makes it accessible for all students ranging from students of law and individuals working within academia, to the policing profession and other state officials, as well as professional experts witnesses. In my early career I had the distinct pleasure of hearing and learning directly from Brian. For those who do not have that benefit, this book will provide the next best thing. - Andrew P Scipione, Commissioner, New South Wales Police Force Review Text For those who are new to this arena, Brian provides a much needed road map that will assist them to prepare for the courtroom. The book is written in a clear, straight-forward language which makes it accessible for all students ranging from students of law and individuals working within academia, to the policing profession and other state officials, as well as professional experts witnesses. In my early career I had the distinct pleasure of hearing and learning directly from Brian. For those who do not have that benefit, this book will provide the next best thing. - Andrew P Scipione, Commissioner, New South Wales Police Force Details ISBN1862878374 Author Brian Mills Publisher Federation Press Year 2011 ISBN-10 1862878374 ISBN-13 9781862878372 Format Paperback Imprint Federation Press Subtitle Courtroom Practices, Policies and Procedures Place of Publication Annandale, NSW Country of Publication Australia DEWEY 345.01 Short Title CRIMINAL TRIAL Language English Media Book Residence Hendersonville Publication Date 2011-08-22 Pages 250 Textbook 1 NZ Release Date 2011-08-22 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2011-08-21 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:82331705;

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