Full Description
Whether you're new to higher education, coming to legal study for the first time or just wondering what Evidence Law is all about, Beginning Evidence is the ideal introduction to help you hit the ground running. Starting with the basics and an overview of each topic, it will help you come to terms with the structure, themes and issues of the subject so that you can begin your evidence module with confidence.
Adopting a clear and simple approach with legal vocabulary explained in a detailed glossary, Charanjit Singh Landa breaks the subject of Evidence Law down using practical everyday examples to make it understandable for anyone, whatever their background. Diagrams and flowcharts simplify complex issues, important cases are identified and explained and on-the- spot questions help you recognise potential issues or debates within the law so that you can contribute in classes with confidence.
Beginning Evidence is an ideal first introduction to the subject for LLB, GDL or ILEX and especially international students, those enrolled on distance learning courses or on other degree programmes.
Contents
1. The Law of Evidence: An Introduction 2. The Burden and Standard of Proof 3. Witness Testimony 4. Witness Evidence: The Trial Process 5. The Disclosure of Evidence 6. Silence, Identification, Lies and Warnings 7. Hearsay 8. Confessions and Other Evidence 9. Character Evidence 10. Documentary, Real, Expert and Opinion Evidence
