Criminal Procedure

by II, John M. Scheb

Overview

Clear and extremely readable, CRIMINAL PROCEDURE, Seventh Edition, is packed with current cases and real-world examples. The text couples a classic organization and traditional presentation of case law with cutting-edge coverage of recent trends in law and procedure. The authors' combined academic and practical legal experience gives you firsthand insights into the American legal system. Utilizing extensive case material, the text covers the historical background of criminal procedure and includes the latest Supreme Court decisions and other developments in criminal justice today.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781285459042
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	03/05/2014
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	400
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

John M. Scheb, II attended the University of Florida, where he received a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in political science. He is now Professor and Head of Political Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he specializes in public law, courts, and the judicial process. Professor Scheb has authored numerous articles in professional journals and is coauthor of several other textbooks, including: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM, 3rd Edition (Wolters Kluwer, 2013), LAW AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS (Thomson/Wadsworth, 2005), and AMERICAN CONSTITUTIONAL LAW, 6th Edition (Wadsworth/Cengage, 2014).

Table of Contents

Part I: LEGAL FOUNDATIONS OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE. 1. Fundamentals of Criminal Law and Procedure. 2. Organization of the Criminal Justice System. Part II: LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE. 3. Search and Seizure. 4. Arrest, Interrogation, and Identification Procedures. 5. The Pretrial Process. 6. The Criminal Trial. 7. Sentencing and Punishment. 8. Appeal and Post-Conviction Relief. Appendix A: The Constitution of the United States.

Editorial Reviews

This textbook introduces law enforcement and pre-law students to the basic concepts of substantive criminal law. Separate chapters define the various crimes against property, alcohol and drug offenses, and offenses against public morality, public health, and public order. The third edition reflects developments that have taken place during the last three years. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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