Evidence: Text, Problems, and Cases, Fourth Edition

With an emphasis on descriptive and policy-oriented text, plus a wide range of well-developed and realistic problems, EVIDENCE: Text, Problems, and Cases, Fourth Edition, presents an engaging exploration of the fundamental principles, policies, and cutting edge issues of the Federal Rules of Evidence.<p class=copymedium>Refined through years of successful classroom use, this popular casebook:<li class=copymedium>uses clear and concise text to develop student understanding and encourage in-depth examination of problems<li class=copymedium>follows a consistent chapter organization that highlights basic interpretation of the Rules, elaboration of underlying policy, and reflection on theory and practice<li class=copymedium>identifies "Key Points" to reinforce student understanding of all topics<li class=copymedium>presents a wide range of realistic problems that help students better understand the depth and complexity of the Rules of Evidence<li class=copymedium>opens with a transcript from a real criminal law case that illustrates how evidence is admitted and excluded in practice<li class=copymedium>features a chapter on the trial process to use independently or in tandem with the trial transcript</ul><p class=copymedium>Be sure to notice these changes to the Fourth Edition:<p class=copymedium>integration of updated Rule amendments and case law, including Crawford v. Washington (confrontation clause) and its subsequent case applications, as well as significant developments in the use of expert testimony<p class=copymedium>new problems throughout the book represent a wide range of difficulty, from the basic principles of the Rules to more challenging policy issues<p class=copymedium>the chapter on Character Evidence is revised to provide a sharper focus on policies relating to the character ban</ul>