Isbn: 9781330166550 - criminal process, 1854: or a view of the whole proceedings taken in criminal prosecutions, from arrest to judgment and execution; intended as an ... and practice of crown law (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is an unparalleled guide to the historical evolution of the English criminal justice system. The text begins by describing in detail the original division of crimes into treasons, felonies, and misdemeanors, before thoroughly examining the duties and obligations of prosecutors and their historical relationship with the justice system. Subsequent chapters examine the evolution of laws and protocols for arrest, detention, and the treatment of prisoners; including a thorough examination of the role of magistrates and justices of the peace. The author also scrutinizes the developments in witness testimony, recognizances, and the role and duties of the grand jury. Finally, the reader will find fascinating historical detail on the development of the various criminal courts, and the types of indictments they could bring forth. This book is a must-have for legal scholars and historians alike, providing profound insights into the historical development of the English criminal justice system and the indispensable role it has played in the development of English common law. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…