Ethical problems facing the criminal defense lawyer: Practical answers to tough questions

Rodney J. Uphoff

Criminal Justice Section, American Bar Association

Now in its fourth edition, this book provides practical guidance for attorneys during each stage of a criminal case from the police investigation immediately following the crime to post-conviction reviews. It is an essential resource for anyone involved in or interested in the criminal justice system. The book interprets constitutional principles and case law, and provides commentary that applies to both the prosecution and defense in federal, state, or military courts. Some of the many complex topics covered: Standing; Fruit of the poisonous tree; Car stops; Privilege against self-incrimination; Eyewitness identification; Habeas corpus; and Double jeopardy. Also included are discussion of principal Supreme Court decisions including Mapp, Gates, Gideon, Wade, Miranda, Brady, and many others. Criminal Procedure in Practice, Fourth Edition contains incisive practice tips and pointers throughout the text. It is an essential resource for anyone involved in or interested in the criminal justice system, whether lawyers, police officers, judges, or academics. Contents: An overview of the criminal justice process in the United States; The exclusion of evidence : its reach, its limits; The Fourth Amendment : searches and seizures; Incriminating statements; Other limitations on the investigation process : entrapment, due process; The right to counsel; Identification; Pretrial matters; The trial; Sentencing; Post conviction; Double jeopardy and ex post facto; Table of Cases; Index.

Criminal Procedure in Practice, Fourth Edition

Melanie D. Wilson

Paul, Marcus

Jack B. Zimmerman

<p>A significant part of the challenge of assisting immigrant victims of crime is gaining a command of the myriad statutes, regulations, and agency guidance that comprise this area of the law. This essential resource synthesizes, explains, and guides the reader through all of the crucial components of this area of the law. In addition to explaining the law, this book provides invaluable practice tools such as: Definitions of key terms and concepts; Charts explaining agencies and departments organization involved in the adjudication of immigration relief applications; Helpful checklists to ensure final applications for relief are complete; Lists of additional resources for attorneys. Whether you are a new or experienced attorney, a legal assistant, a social worker, a law enforcement officer, a prosecutor, a judge, or anyone else who interacts with immigrant victims of crime, this book is an invaluable resource. Its careful organization, thorough explanations, and clear presentation demystify the daunting array of immigration statutes, cases, regulations, practice manuals, and policy memoranda that govern the adjudication of applications for immigration relief for immigrant victims of crime. It is an essential tool for anyone who works with this most vulnerable population of noncitizens.</p>

Immigration Relief: Legal Assistance for Noncitizen Crime Victims

Elizabeth Anne Campbell

Rachel DeLia Settlage

Veronica Thronson

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