Understanding the law
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Understanding the law
Oxford University Press, c2012
6th ed
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Includes index
内容説明・目次
内容説明
'Essential reading for new lawyers, those with a professional interest in the law, or simply the curious...the sort of book that will appeal to lawyer and non-lawyer alike, from journalist to legislator, student to enquiring member of the public. It expertly guides you through the ever-changing minefield of our legal system' John Cooper, The Times Understanding the Law is a lively and accessible introduction to the law. Geoffrey Rivlin uses all his experience as a judge to provide a wealth of fascinating detail about the legal system and the many people who participate in it, including judges, lawyers, and police officers. An updated selection of real-life cases help bring the book to life, and there are questions to accompany each chapter to encourage the reader to engage with the material. This book is ideal for anyone considering a career in the law, preparing for university, or embarking on a law course at school or college.
目次
- 1. Introduction - the Royal Courts of Justice
- 2. The Law and its Importance
- 3. The Invisible Palace - Part 1: 'Judge-Made' Law - Common Law and Equity
- 4. The Invisible Palace - Part 2: The Constitution
- 5. The Palace of Westminster: Our Chief Law Makers - Parliament
- 6. Our Chief Law Enforcers - the Police
- 7. Our Law Upholders - the Judiciary
- 8. Human Rights
- 9. Discrimination and the Law
- 10. The Legal Profession
- 11. Solicitors
- 12. Barristers
- 13. The Work of the Courts - Part 1: The Courts
- 14. The Work of the Courts - Part 2: Criminal and Civil Cases
- 15. Judges
- 16. Legal Robes
- 17. Criminal Trials through the Ages
- 18. Punishments through the Ages
- 19. Criminal Trials Today
- 20. Punishments Today
- 21. Young Persons
- 22. Dangerous Drugs
- 23. Laws around the World
- 24. Some Interesting Cases
- Questions for the Reader
- Some Useful Reading
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