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The Magistrates' Court: An Introduction (Fifth Edition) eBook
By: Bryan Gibson, Mike Watkins
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The Magistrates' Court: An Introduction (Fifth Edition) Summary
| A simple speedy summary, this fully revised Fifth Edition takes account of the wide scale changes which have affected the work of Justices of the Peace and their courts in recent years. * A unique handbook * Consistently rated excellent by reviewers * Especially useful for newcomers to the topic A most useful introduction that can be used alongside other training materials or as an ideal self-study guide. Also includes a Timeline and an extensive Glossary of Words, Phrases, Acronyms and Abbreviations - the language of the system - which will be of particular use to people wishing to quickly get to grips with the terminology of the magistrates' courts. Topics covered include: * the history of the magistracy and its robust heritage * the modern-day magistrates' court * recent changes in administration and powers * how people become JPs * their training, development, mentoring and appraisal * fundamental principals and tenets * the key relationship between JPs and their legal advisers * trial in the magistrates' court * summary justice, crime and anti-social behaviour * sentencing and connected items * guidelines, advice and judicial oversight * important rules and procedures * diversity, equality, fairness and human rights * relationship to the Crown Court (and other courts) * magistrates and district judges * reasoned decision-making * location within the wider Criminal Justice System * the role of the Ministry of Justice * the role of HM Court Service * adult courts, youth courts and family courts * road traffic and other 'specialist' areas * civil and 'non-police' matters * a range of 'everyday topics' * sample procedures * open justice, media reporting and public confidence * key committees, liaison arrangements and membership bodies * a wealth of further detail (but all 'uncluttered' by technical data). . Authors Bryan Gibson is editor-in... |
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