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OverviewUnderstanding the Law is an engaging, accessible introduction to law. This third edition has been completely revised and updated to take into account recent developments. It provides a wealth of fascinating details about the legal system and the many people who participate in it, from judges to MPs and police officers. The book describes how laws are made, and how cases are tried. It includes chapters on the principles involved in the administration of justice, the development of common law, the constitution, legal professions, and courts. Interesting historical and contemporary cases bring the book to life, covering issues such as discrimination, human rights, and drugs, and explaining how the law affects young people today. Understanding the Law is ideal reading for anyone who is considering a career in the law, preparing for university, or embarking on a law course at school or college. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Geoffrey RivlinPublisher: Oxford University Press Imprint: Oxford University Press Edition: 3rd Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 22.20cm Weight: 0.516kg ISBN: 9780199270231ISBN 10: 0199270236 Pages: 364 Publication Date: 01 April 2004 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents1. 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. The Legal Profession; 9. Solicitors; 10. Barristers; 11. The Work of the Courts - Part 1: The Courts; 12. The Work of the Courts - Part 2: Criminal and Civil Cases; 13. Judges; 14. Legal Robes; 15. Criminal Trials Through the Ages; 16. Punishments Through the Ages; 17. Criminal Trials Today; 18. Punishments Today; 19. Human Rights; 20. Discrimination and the Law; 21. Young Persons; 22. Dangerous Drugs; 23. Animals; 24. Laws Around the World; 25. Some Interesting CasesReviewsSkillfully combines a 'starter' history of our legal system with a thumbnail sketch of the laws that affect us and the people who implement them Author InformationGeoffrey Rivlin is a Circuit Judge, who was for many years a barrister and QC. He is a Master of the Bench of the Middle Temple. He has devoted much time to assisting with the training of young advocates and newly appointed judges, and is responsible for promoting the Judges and Schools programme of court visits which will support the citizenship curriculum. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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