The American Courts: A Procedural Approach
- ISBN-10
- 0763755281
- ISBN-13
- 9780763755287
- Category
- Law
- Pages
- 338
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-04-21
- Publisher
- Jones & Bartlett Learning
- Author
- Jeffrey Jenkins
Description
Courtrooms are often lively places, and what occurs in them has a profound impact on the functioning of our democracy. The American Courts – A Procedural Approach offers readers a thorough understanding of the United States court system by exploring the procedural aspects of the law. The rules of both criminal and civil procedure, how they are applied, and their influence on decision-making in the courts are thoroughly examined. This text is ideal for undergraduate and introductory graduate criminal justice, legal studies, and government programs.
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