The Criminal Law Handbook: Know Your Rights, Survive the System

The Criminal Law Handbook: Know Your Rights, Survive the System

The criminal justice system is complicatedۥUnderstand it and your rights <br><br> Criminal law is full of complex rules and procedures, but this book demystifies them. It explains how the system works, why police, lawyers, and judges do what they do, andۥmost importantۥthe options for suspects, defendants, and victims. It also provides critical information on working with a lawyer. <br><br> In plain English, <i>The Criminal Law Handbook</i> covers: <br> <li> search and seizure<br> <li> arrest, booking, and bail<br> <li> Miranda<br> <li> arraignment<br> <li> plea bargains<br> <li> trials <br> <li> sentencing<br> <li> working with defense attorneys<br> <li> common defenses<br> <li> constitutional rights<br> <li> juvenile court<br> <li> preliminary hearings<br> <li> appeals<br> <li> public defenders <br><br> This edition is completely updated, covering the latest in criminal law, including U.S. Supreme Court cases.