Now in its sixth edition, this is an invaluable study guide for students of Scots Law, showing how the law of evidence operates within Scotland. Providing up-to-date, concise and comprehensive coverage of the law of evidence, it is the ideal text for students new to the subject and for those preparing for exams in Scotland.
Whether you are a student or a practitioner, this guide offers an excellent resource for those wishing to refresh or update their knowledge according to the latest statutes.
Summary sections of Essential Facts and Essential Cases allow readers to rapidly grasp and remember the key elements of the subject.
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Für höhere Schule und Studium
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Produkt-Hinweis
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Gewebe-Einband
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Höhe: 216 mm
Breite: 140 mm
Dicke: 10 mm
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978-1-3995-1982-3 (9781399519823)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
James Chalmers is Regius Professor of Law at the University of Glasgow. He is the co-author of Walker and Walker: The Law of Evidence in Scotland (4th edition, 2015).
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Regius Professor of LawUniversity of Glasgow
Table of Cases
Table of Statutes
Introduction and Overview
Burdens and Standards of Proof
Presumptions
Sufficiency of Evidence: the Corroboration Rule
The Rule Against Hearsay
The 'Best Evidence Rule
Confessions and Statements Against Interest
Improperly Obtained Real and Documentary Evidence
Character and Collateral Evidence
Privilege
Opinion Evidence
Judicial Knowledge
Judicial Admissions
Res Judicata
Specialities of Witnesses
The Conduct of a Trial or Proof
Index
