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An Introduction To The American Legal System (Aspen Paralegal Series),Used
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The Fifth Edition ofAn Introduction to the American Legal System provides both historical context and thoroughly uptodate coverage of all aspects of American law and the legal system. Vivid examples, onpoint case summaries, and hotbutton issues make this text an obvious choice for paralegal, criminal justice, political science, or legal studies courses.New to the Fifth Edition: This edition of An Introduction to the American Legal System introduces a broad reorganization of the text into four parts that are easily grasped by students: Foundations of the Legal System examines the origins of American law and the important institutions and actors of our present system. Public Law covers those areas of the law that govern the relationships between society, government, and the individual. Private Law explains those areas of the law that deal primarily with the rights and duties of private parties. The Legal Process provides an overview of legal procedure. New chapters on civil rights and civil liberties speak to students interests and the importance of these issues in todays society. A new chapter on appellate procedure exhibits the role of judicial review in civil, criminal and administrative contexts. An expanded chapter on administrative law demonstrates the current importance of administrative agencies in the policymaking process. Recent Supreme Court decisions are covered throughout the book.Professors and students will benefit from: Comprehensive coverage of law and the legal system Updated coverage of the Supreme Court through the 201819 Term Clear prose Extensive citations Comprehensive glossary of legal terms Thoughtprovoking discussion questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'An Introduction to the American Legal System'? A: The book provides a comprehensive overview of the American legal system, covering its historical context, major institutions, and key areas of law, including public law, private law, and the legal process.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'An Introduction to the American Legal System' is authored by John M. Scheb.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the fifth edition of 'An Introduction to the American Legal System'.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 672 pages.
- Q: What topics are covered in the new edition? A: The new edition includes reorganized content into four parts, new chapters on civil rights, civil liberties, and appellate procedure, as well as expanded coverage of administrative law.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students in paralegal or legal studies courses? A: Yes, this book is an excellent resource for students in paralegal, criminal justice, political science, or legal studies courses.
- Q: When was 'An Introduction to the American Legal System' published? A: The book was published on February 2, 2020.
- Q: What features can professors and students expect from this book? A: Professors and students can expect comprehensive coverage of law, updated information on the Supreme Court, clear prose, extensive citations, a glossary of legal terms, and thought-provoking discussion questions.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new.