The Criminal Law Handbook: Know Your Rights, Survive the System

The criminal justice system is complicated?Understand it and your rights

Criminal law is full of complex rules and procedures, but this book demystifies them. It explains how the system works, why police, lawyers, and judges do what they do, and?most important?the options for suspects, defendants, and victims. It also provides critical information on working with a lawyer.

In plain English, The Criminal Law Handbook covers:

search and seizure

arrest, booking, and bail

Miranda

arraignment

plea bargains

trials

sentencing

working with defense attorneys

common defenses

constitutional rights

juvenile court

preliminary hearings

appeals

public defenders

This edition is completely updated, covering the latest in criminal law, including U.S. Supreme Court cases.