Criminal evidence /

Ingram, Jefferson,

Criminal evidence / Jefferson L. Ingram. - 13th edition. - New York, NY : Routledge, 2018. - xvii, 1071 pages ; 25 cm. - John C. Klotter justice administration legal series . - John C. Klotter justice administration legal series. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

History and approach to study -- History and sevelopment of rules of evidence -- Approach to the study of criminal evidence -- Burden of proof -- Proof via evidence -- Judicial notice -- Presumptions, inferences, and stipulations -- Relevancy and materiality -- Competency of evidence and witnesses -- Examination of witnesses -- Privileges -- Opinions and expert testimony -- Hearsay rule and exceptions -- Documentary evidence -- Real evidence -- Results of examinations and tests -- Evidence unconstitutionally obtained -- Judicial decisions relating to part I.

"The first half of this book follows the Federal Rules of Evidence in its explanation of how evidence is collected, preserved, and presented in criminal court. The second half provides a selection of relevant criminal court cases that reinforce these basics and contextualize how these rules are currently practiced. This text offers readers an ... understanding of how concepts of evidence operate to convict the guilty and acquit the innocent. Part of the John C. Klotter Justice Administration Legal Series, this thirteenth edition provides many updates, including new references to recent Supreme Court cases, such as the decision on same-sex marriage, and a current version of the Federal Rules of Evidence. Student aids include chapter outlines, key terms and concepts lists, a table of cases cited, and online case study questions and glossary. Teacher resources include an instructor's guide, test bank, and PowerPoint slides."--

9781138289055 1138289051

2017018776


Evidence, Criminal--United States.
Evidence, Criminal.


United States.


Textbooks.
Textbooks.

KF9660 / .K57 2018

345.73/06

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