But They Didn't Read Me My Rights!: Myths, Oddities, and Lies about Our Legal System (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781616141660)

Much of what we think we know about the law is actually a myth or misconception. This book debunks many of those myths and misconceptions by providing an entertaining yet educational tour of our American legal system, including its many oddities. In the process, the book answers many interesting legal questions about some of our most important, fascinating, and surprising laws in an array of areas. For example, the police do not have to read you your rights when they arrest you; in fact, sometimes they can even interrogate you without reading you your rights. Moreover, you can be charged and convicted of drunk driving for just turning the ignition key, even if you never drive the car or start the engine While some contracts do have to be in writing to be enforceable, most don't. The authors explain why. Written in a lively, appealing style, the book is composed of self-contained chapters, each addressing a distinct legal myth, oddity, question, or misconception. Select your favorite topic or enjoy the authors' witty and very informative discussion of the law cover-to-cover. Either way, you are assured of being entertained, enlightened, and surprised

Author: Michael D. Cicchini, Amy B. Kushner
ISBN-10: 1616141662
ISBN-13: 9781616141660
Publisher: Prometheus Books
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2010
Pages: 275
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 8.79h x 6.05w x 0.74d

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 02/15/2010 pg. 126
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2010 pg. 173