Evidence Under the Rules

Mueller, Christopher B., Kurtpatrick, Laird C.

ISBN 10: 0316589241 / ISBN 13: 9780316589246

Published by Little Brown & Co, 1988

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Evidence Under the Rules
• Publisher: Little Brown & Co
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0316589241
• ISBN 13: 9780316589246
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

Publication of EVIDENCE UNDER THE RULES, Fourth Edition, means the most popular evidence casebook is now also the most current! This highly successful problem based coursebook was the first to be organized around the Federal Rules of Evidence, and it remains the most effective vehicle for introducing students to this essential topic. Authors Mueller and Kirkpatrick draw on their own extensive classroom experience to make their book a worthy teaching —By organizing the book around the Federal Rules of Evidence, they cover the basics clearly, succinctly, and in an understandable framework. —For ease of teaching, the book is structured for flexibility — you can begin with relevancy or choose a less complicated topic. —A combination of textual explanations, numerous problems, and carefully edited cases speeds understanding and facilitates retention of the material. —Engaging problems reveal the intricacies of the Federal Rules and stimulate lively class discussion. —All aspects of the book are designed to enhance teachability. —The casebook is part of a complete teaching package that includes a an extensive Teacher's Manual and an optional statutory supplement. To strengthen and reinforce their popular book, the authors incorporate significant new material in the Fourth —recent changes in the Federal Rules of Evidence, specifically FRE 407, FRE 801(d)(2), and 804(b)(6) —changes that were pending at the time of publication, notably FRE 103, FRE 404(a)(1), FRE 701, FRE 702, and FRE 703 —new Supreme Court Old Chief v. United States, Lilly v. Virginia, KumhoTire v. Carmichael, and Jaffee v. Redmond —new problems and cases throughout the book —reworked section on Hearsay with more textual materials —reorganized section on Character Evidence now separates sex offense cases from the others With authoritative analysis of all the important issues, from relevance and hearsay to authentication and the "best evidence" doctrine, EVIDENCE UNDER THE RULES, Fourth Edition, is a proven success in the classroom. Be sure to review this updated casebook before you select materials for your next class.