Peter Galletly: A Practical Guide to Scottish Criminal Law, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Regardless of how well prepared a lawyer may be, the likelihood is that something unexpected will occur during court, be it in a trial, proof or debate. A Practical Guide to Scottish Criminal Law assists criminal court practitioners in preparing and conducting court business, covering issues that are commonly raised during criminal court hearings.

This accessible guide is split into nine elemental areas which a competent and effective court lawyer needs to know well. These areas include coverage of:

• Procedural issues
• Evidential issues
• Major legal concepts
• The most frequently prosecuted charges
• Road traffic matters and sentencing

The busy criminal court practitioner who needs to have ready access to reliable information and answers will find this text invaluable. The book will be of particular interest to trainees and the newly qualified.

This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Scottish Law Service and Scots Law Student Service.