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Overview
Designed as a textbook for those preparing for careers in the administration of justice, this volume focuses on the Federal Rules of Evidence and their interpretation by the courts. Concentrating on the traditional evidence rules, especially those relevant to criminal cases, the volume explains the principles governing court decisions. Particular attention is given to the role of evidence in proving a case, general admissibility tests, witness testimony, documents and real evidence, and Constitutional exclusions. A companion study guide contains chapter outlines and review questions. Klotter taught justice administration at the University of Louisville; Ingram is affiliated with the University of Dayton. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OREditorials
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Textbook for those involved in or preparing for a career in criminal justice. Among the topics discussed are the history and development of rules of evidence; the approach to the study of criminal evidence; the burden of proof; proof via evidence; judicial notice; presumptions, inferences, and stipulations; relevancy and materiality; competency of witness and evidence; examination of witnesses; privileges; opinions and expert testimony; hearsay rule and exceptions; documentary evidence; real evidence; results of examinations and texts; and exclusion of evidence on constitutional grounds. Also compiles judicial decisions related to these topics. Textbook includes a companion study guide. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
July 1, 1999
Publisher
Anderson Pub Co
Pages
846
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780870845321