Criminal Law : A Desk Reference

Understand criminal Law! Learn your rights and how to protect yourself. Whether you face a criminal case, work in law enforcement, or simply want to know more about the criminal law system, this book can help. From A to Z, it covers the basic to the complex, from alibi to the writ of habeas corpus. It’s easy to find what you’re looking for, and everything is explained in plain English. You’ll find clear explanations of plea bargaining, diversion, abuse excuse, consecutive sentences, Good Samaritan laws and much more. With this book you’ll be able to: learn the law with real-life examples understand procedures from arraignment through sentencing determine defenses to common crimes examine actual criminal statutes understand juvenile court know how appeals work learn how to work with a lawyer This edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest criminal law trends and Supreme Court rulings.