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Cross-Examination on Trial: Advocacy and Vulnerability in Criminal Trials

Cross-Examination on Trial: Advocacy and Vulnerability in Criminal Trials

Name: Cross-Examination on Trial: Advocacy and Vulnerability in Criminal Trials
Brand: Bristol University Press
SKU: 9781529227222
Price: 1130.37 HKD
Availability: InStock
Author: Jonathan Doak; John Jackson; Debbie Cooper, Saunders, Candida; David Wright
ISBN: 9781529227222

Edited by Jonathan Doak · John Jackson · Debbie Cooper, Saunders, Candida · David Wright

Bristol University Press November 2025

Specifications

ISBN-13: 9781529227222
Publisher: Bristol University Press
Publication: November 2025
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

Details

Amid growing public concern about the negative effect cross-examination has on vulnerable witnesses, this book examines the effect of recent reforms to the practice across the different jurisdictions of the UK and Ireland.

Drawing on observations and transcripts of trials and interviews with judges, advocates and intermediaries, the book provides an evaluation of cross-examination in trials involving vulnerable witnesses and the extent to which reforms are producing meaningful change. The book’s analysis sheds new light on the significance of cross-examination in criminal trials and provides evidence-based solutions for further changes to enable vulnerable witnesses to give their best evidence to the court.<,/p>

Part 1: Mapping the Normative and Legal Landscape

1. Introduction

2. The Theory of Cross-Examination

3. Catalysts for Change

Part 2: Mapping the Cross-Examination of Vulnerable Witnesses

4. The Practice of Cross-Examination

5. The Reform of Cross-Examination: Special Measures and Ground Rules Hearings

6. The Language of Cross-Examination

7. The Culture of Cross-Examination: Education and Training

Part 3: The Future of Cross-Examination

8. Conclusions

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