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LexisNexis Questions and Answers: Evidence Law for Common Law States

LexisNexis Questions and Answers: Evidence Law for Common Law States

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  • Publisher: LexisNexis Australia
  • ISBN: 9780409329674
  • Published In: October 2011
  • Format: Paperback
  • Jurisdiction: Australia ? Disclaimer:
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    LexisNexis Questions & Answers - Evidence for Common Law States provides an understanding of the evidence law in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory, and offers a clear and systematic approach to analysing and answering problem and exam questions. Each chapter commences with a summary of relevant cases and identification of the key issues. Each question is followed by a suggested answer plan, a sample answer and comments on how the answer might be viewed by an examiner. The author also offers advice on common errors to avoid and practical hints and tips on how to achieve higher marks.

    Features

    · Summary of key issues helps students focus on fundamental areas before attempting problem questions
    · Questions with answer plans and sample answers assist the student with effective exam study preparation

  • 1. Relevance
    2. Burdens and Standards of Proof
    3. Shortcuts to Proof
    4. Competence, Compellability and Privilege
    5. The Course of a Trial
    6. Character, Propensity and Prejudice
    7. Hearsay
    8. Opinion, Identification and Corroboration
    9. Illegally Obtained Evidence

  • David Field has specialised in Supreme Court commercial causes and legal aid criminal cases. He was appointed solicitor for prosecutions for Queensland, and is currently an Adjunct Associate Professor of Law at Bond University.

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