Truth, Error, And Criminal Law: An Essay In Legal Epistemology (Cambridge Studies In Philosophy And Law)

Truth, Error, And Criminal Law: An Essay In Legal Epistemology (Cambridge Studies In Philosophy And Law)

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This Book Treats Problems In The Epistemology Of The Law. Beginning With The Premise That The Principal Function Of A Criminal Trial Is To Find Out The Truth About A Crime, Larry Laudan Examines The Rules Of Evidence And Procedure That Would Be Appropriate If The Discovery Of The Truth Were, As Higher Courts Routinely Claim, The Overriding Aim Of The Criminal Justice System. Laudan Mounts A Systematic Critique Of Existing Rules And Procedures That Are Obstacles To That Quest. He Also Examines Issues Of Error Distribution By Offering The First Integrated Analysis Of The Various Mechanismsthe Standard Of Proof, The Benefit Of The Doubt, The Presumption Of Innocence And The Burden Of Prooffor Implementing Societys View About The Relative Importance Of The Errors That Can Occur In A Trial.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of 'Truth, Error, and Criminal Law'? A: The book focuses on the epistemology of law, specifically examining the rules of evidence and procedures in a criminal trial aimed at discovering the truth about a crime.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Truth, Error, and Criminal Law' is Larry Laudan.
  • Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the critique of existing legal rules and procedures, truth discovery in criminal trials, and the mechanisms of error distribution like the standard of proof and presumption of innocence.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
  • Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 256 pages.
  • Q: When was 'Truth, Error, and Criminal Law' published? A: The book was published on April 28, 2008.
  • Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is the first edition.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for legal studies? A: Yes, this book is suitable for those studying criminal law and legal epistemology, as it provides critical insights into the legal process and truth-seeking.
  • Q: Can this book help me understand the criminal justice system better? A: Yes, it offers a systematic critique of legal procedures and discusses vital concepts that can enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system.

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