The American Courts: A Procedural Approach: A Procedural Approach

by Jeffrey A. Jenkins

Overview

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 Unit ed 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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780763755287
Publisher:	Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication date:	12/08/2009
Edition description:	1E
Pages:	338
Product dimensions:	8.60(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Dr. Jeffrey Jenkins earned his law degree at the University of New Mexico School of Law, and his Doctorate in Educational Statistics and Measurement at Rutgers University. Dr. Jenkins also earned the M.A. in English Literature from the Bread Loaf School of English at Middlebury College. He practiced law in large and small firms for over a decade, and presently teaches courts, criminal law, research methods, and statistics in the School of Justice Studies at Roger Williams University. He also directs the graduate program in criminal justice.