The Modern Law of Evidence 15th ed

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The best-selling evidence textbook: clear, direct, and complete. The Modern Law of Evidence is an engaging and authoritative guide that provides concise and focused analysis of the theory behind the law as well as its practical application, with an emphasis on current debates.

Key Features:

• Provides an examination of the theory behind the law as well as its practical application, encouraging analytical thought on key debates
• In-depth coverage of key topics found on evidence modules for any student studying for academic or professional qualifications

New to this edition:

• Covers all significant developments, including Jones v Birmingham City Council in relation to the civil standard of proof; R v W on the importance of the demeanour of witnesses; R v Inglis on the admissibility of multiple hearsay; Henderson v Ross on waver of privilege; R v AAM on the admissibility of evidence of coercive and controlling behaviour; and many more
• Draws on a wealth of new academic articles and other works of scholarship