Review (PDF) Criminal Procedure: A Contemporary Perspective
Criminal Procedure: A Contemporary Perspective, Third Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to the rules and principles of criminal procedure law. This text uses a case study approach, with a focus on the U.S. Supreme Court, to help readers develop the analytical skills necessary to understand the origins, context, and evolution of the law. With an emphasis on federal constitutional law, all cases and accompanying discussions have been updated throughout, as have the end-of-chapter review questions and key terms. Readers will find the third edition of Criminal Procedure: A Contemporary Perspective to offer a comprehensive and modern overview of the complex subject of criminal procedure. New and Key Features of the Third Edition: -All cases and coverage of case law have been updated throughout to offer students the most pertinent information on the subject. -Includes case law associated with homeland security and criminal procedure, throughout the book. -Provides new and updated key terms, review questions, and oral argument references at the end of each chapter. -Every new printed copy is packaged with full student access to the student companion website featuring a wealth of interactive study tools (eBook version does not include access to the student companion website. Standalone access can be purchased here http://www.jblearning.com/catalog/9781449652357/)
Paperback: 676 pages
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning; 3 edition (January 25, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1449652344
ISBN-13: 978-1449652340
Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.4 x 10 inches
Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #487,402 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #252 in Books > Law > Rules & Procedures > Courts #559 in Books > Textbooks > Law > Criminal Law #847 in Books > Textbooks > Social Sciences > Criminology
Chock full of landmark court cases but the reading is dry - go figure, the writings are by attorneys/judges! The readings provide both the assenting and dissenting decisions - only proves that written words can be interpreted differently and completely contradict each other. Much of the reading needed to be analyzed several times in order to grasp the concepts and reasons why decisions were reached. A lot of information but very boring reading - you've been warned!
Acker is a good author and he really knows the material well. The book is good for what it is. I needed it for a class so it's not like I had a choice, even if I didn't like the book.The bright side is that had the book available. The campus bookstore was charging $150 for this book. Through it only cost me $60, plus with Prime I got it shipped second day for free. Winning.
The book was well maintained and I got it for over 40% off! It was a lot better than forking out $100+ form my school's bookstore. Did take a while to come in, however. Well worth the wait if I saved $50.
If you take this class I feel bad for you, lol. My professor made us read it front to back but I love learning about the law. Have fun!!!!
It came with the access code as the description said and the book is in perfect condition.
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