Criminal Evidence: An Introduction - Softcover

Worrall, John L.; Hemmens, Craig; Nored, Lisa

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199783241 ISBN 13: 9780199783243

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2012

Synopsis

Now in its second edition, Criminal Evidence: An Introduction provides comprehensive and applied coverage of the rules of evidence, along with numerous case excerpts that clearly illustrate those rules.

Using engaging, straightforward language, authors John L. Worrall, Craig Hemmens, and Lisa Nored offer an invaluable and innovative resource for both students and instructors.

Concentrating on the Federal Rules of Evidence, this distinctive text presents in-depth yet concise coverage of evidentiary law in thirteen succinct chapters. To draw students into this complex subject, the authors explain criminal evidence through a unique blend of text and case excerpts; throughout, these excerpts illuminate the rules in useful, fascinating, and often unusual examples.

About this title

About the Author:

John L. Worrall is Professor of Criminology and Program Head at the University of Texas at Dallas.

Craig Hemmens is Department Head and Professor, Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Missouri State University.

Lisa Nored is Professor and Director of Criminal Justice at the School of Criminal Justice at the University of Southern Mississippi.

Review:

"An excellent textbook."--Teresa I. Francis, Central Washington University

"Straightforward and easy to read and understand."--Stacy Moak, University of Arkansas

"The authors' writing is excellent--clear, concise, and smooth."--Walter Signorelli, John Jay College of Criminal Justice

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0199783241
• ISBN 13: 9780199783243
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 450