The Magistrate's Criminal Law: A Practical Treatise on the Jurisdiction, Duty, and Authority of the Justices of the Peace (1841) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781162263427)

The Magistrate's Criminal Law: A Practical Treatise On The Jurisdiction, Duty, And Authority Of The Justices Of The Peace is a comprehensive guidebook written by Oliver Lorenzo Barbour in 1841. The book is intended to provide a practical understanding of criminal law to magistrates and justices of the peace, who are responsible for enforcing the law and maintaining order in their respective jurisdictions.The book covers a wide range of topics related to criminal law, including the jurisdiction of magistrates and justices of the peace, the duties and responsibilities of these officials, and the authority they have to enforce the law. It also provides guidance on how to conduct criminal trials, including the rules of evidence and the procedures that must be followed.In addition to its practical advice, The Magistrate's Criminal Law also provides a historical overview of the development of criminal law in England and the United States. The book includes references to important legal cases and statutes, as well as a glossary of legal terms.Overall, The Magistrate's Criminal Law is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the criminal justice system, from magistrates and justices of the peace to lawyers and law students. Its practical advice and historical context make it an important contribution to the study of criminal law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Oliver Lorenzo Barbour
ISBN-10: 1162263423
ISBN-13: 9781162263427
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2010
Pages: 816
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.99lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.94d