Murphy on Evidence, 15th Edition

Name: Murphy on Evidence, 15th Edition
Brand: Oxford University Press
SKU: 9780198788737
Price: 743.86 HKD
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Author: Richard Glover
ISBN: 9780198788737

By Richard Glover

Oxford University Press May 2017

Specifications

ISBN-13: 9780198788737
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication: May 2017
Format: Paperback , 840 pages
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

Details

Murphy on Evidence is firmly established as a leading student text, framing the law of evidence in its practical context, suitable for undergraduates as well as those studying for professional law exams.

Frequently consulted by judges and practitioners, and regularly cited in judgments, it has come to be regarded as a work of authority throughout the common law world.

The book's unique approach effectively bridges the gap between the academic study of the law of evidence and its application in practice, combining detailed analysis of the law with a wealth of practical information about how it is used in the courtroom.

The text is accompanied by two well-crafted fictional cases - one criminal and one civil - allowing students an opportunity to contextualize and test their growing knowledge. Each chapter presents challenging issues and questions for discussion which can be applied to a suite of supporting case documentation.

Online Resource Centre

The book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre, which contains:-

Supporting documents and multimedia resources for the two fictional cases, including: Prosecution and defence case papers Police interviews (incl. transcripts, audio, and video) Witness statements Criminal procedure forms Civil claim forms
A range of multiple-choice questions enabling students to test their knowledge
A list of useful web links

1. Introduction to the law of evidence
2. The language of the law of evidence
3. The judicial function in the law of evidence
4. The burden and standard of proof
5. Character evidence I: character evidence generally, in civil cases, evidence of good character
6. Character evidence II: evidence of bad character
7. The rule against hearsay I: scope and working of the rule
8. The rule against hearsay II: common law and statutory exceptions
9. The rule against hearsay III: admissions and confessions
10. The rule against hearsay IV: the accused's denials and silence
11. Opinion evidence
12. Previous judgments as evidence
13. Public interest immunity and privilege I: public interest immunity
14. Public interest immunity and privilege II: privilege
15. Witnesses: competence and compellability, oaths and affirmations
16. Examination in chief
17. Cross-examination and beyond
18. Corroboration and suspect witness warnings
19. Documentary and real evidence
20. Proof without evidence