How to try a murder case : pretrial and trial guidelines for prosecution and defense

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Where to find it

Law Library — 2nd Floor Collection (2nd floor)

Call Number
KF9306 .W56 2011
Status
Checked Out (Due 6/30/2024)

Summary

How to Try a Murder Case covers the preparation from the very beginning -- even before the crime was committed -- and progresses through the investigation to searches, arrest, and interrogation. This book explains the law, provides examples, and gives advice by offering the reader vicarious experience in trying a murder case.

Contents

I know criminal law, so how is a murder case any different? -- Early involvement : the prosecution -- The investigation -- The crime scene -- The arrest -- Post-arrest interrogations -- Offenses, charges, pleadings, and defenses -- Dealing with the media -- Discovery -- Negotiations -- Mental defenses and mental health issues -- Pretrial matters -- Jury de-selection -- Opening statements -- Trial presentation -- Closing arguments -- Sentencing -- Practice points.

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