Items related to Judging the Jury
Synopsis
In this work, Hans and Vidmar review the historical evolution of the trial jury, the contemporary role of the jury in the American criminal justice system, and future prospects for the jury as an institutional force. (Choice)
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From Library Journal
Juries have been variously praised as bulwarks of democracy and maligned as easily manipulated pawns. Both of these books, in assessing the available evidence, conclude that most of the time juries are both competent and effective. Hans and Vidmar are social scientists, and their book is oriented around issues such as jury selection, the effects of sympathy or prejudice on verdicts, and unanimous versus majority voting. Particular attention is paid to the insanity defense, rape, and capital punishment. Additionally, there is material on the history and development of juries. The book is serious in tone, but scholarly apparatus has been kept out of sight, making it readily accessible to general readers. Wishman deals with many of the same issues, but introduces them in the context of a semi-novelistic account of a murder trial (actually a composite of several trials). Unfortunately, the trial narrative is so compelling that the substantive material on juries, while well presented, seems more like an unwelcome digression than the main point of the book. Both books contain copious notes for those who wish to dig more deeply, and both are recommended for public and academic libraries. Jack Ray, Loyola/Notre Dame Lib., Baltimore
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherSpringer
- Publication date1986
- ISBN 10 0306422557
- ISBN 13 9780306422553
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages285
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 44.37
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.3. Seller Inventory # G0306422557I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.3. Seller Inventory # G0306422557I5N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 39032910-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_420503715
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: Ergodebooks, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. In this work, Hans and Vidmar review the historical evolution of the trial jury, the contemporary role of the jury in the American criminal justice system, and future prospects for the jury as an institutional force. (Choice). Seller Inventory # SONG0306422557
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: The Parnassus BookShop, Newport, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Type: Ex-Library Hardcover Ex-Library Book and Jacket in Good Condition. A synthesis of the jury's development, structure, and research on its workings; a fascinating look at courtrooms and the behind the scenes drama. The lower board edges are rubbed, otherwise, except for usual lib markings, book and jacket are in very good condition. Edges are lightly rubbed, slight lean to spine, tight & solid binding. Rem Mk. on bottom edge. Clean and tight volume. 285 pages with Notes, Name Index and Subject Index. 8.5 x 5.5 inches. Plenum Press, New York and London, 1986. Seller Inventory # 008539
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: Cronus Books, Carson City, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: New. ~ NEW Inside and Out! Clean & Crisp Pages. (E-mail for more info./pics). Seller Inventory # 220716094
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: Books Unplugged, Amherst, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Buy with confidence! Book is in good condition with minor wear to the pages, binding, and minor marks within 1.15. Seller Inventory # bk0306422557xvz189zvxgdd
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Book is in Used-Good condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. 1.15. Seller Inventory # 0306422557-2-4
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Judging the Jury
Seller: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Book is in NEW condition. 1.15. Seller Inventory # 0306422557-2-1
Quantity: 1 available