Archbold 2007: 2nd Supplement: Criminal Pleading, Evidence and Practice

This is the most popular and cited publication for Crown Court work, providing all the materials needed to prepare a case and take it to trial. This book covers both substantive law and practice and procedure. Its logical structure takes you through each stage of criminal proceedings and on to offences chapter by chapter. It is completely revised by a team of expert practitioners each year to ensure a consistently excellent quality of coverage. The succinct citation of statutory authorities and case precedents ensures accuracy. This fully updated new 2006 edition covers new case law, SIs, practice directions, guidelines and legislation, including the ongoing implementation of the Criminal Justice Act 2003 and the latest sentencing provisions. It also provides materials including Codes of Practice, Guidelines, Plea and Directions Hearing Questionnaire. Available in print, in one portable volume, and on CD-ROM, it is supplemented regularly to keep users up-to-date throughout 2005 with developments in legislation and case law.