Order in the Court: A Writer's Guide to the Legal System (Behind the Scenes)
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| Rating | : | 4.37 (525 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0898798582 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 276 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It breaks down the complex interworkings of the law and its professionals to help writers build intriguing, credible stories based on accurate facts and details. Using easy-to-reference lists, charts and descriptions, Order In the Court covers virtually everything, from crimes and cases to prisoners' rights. Few topics are as fascinating and as complicated as the U.S. legal system-which is why this guide will be welcomed by writers of mystery, romance, thrillers, crime fictions, screenplays and more. In addition, a detailed 'map' describes the names, places and objects within a typical courtroom, and a thorough glossary helps authors use legal slang and terminology correctly.
. About the Author David Mullally has been a trial lawyer for more than 20 years. He has worked with public defenders and district attorneys, and in his private practice, he has tried criminal and civil cases involving adults and minors
. He has worked with public defenders and district attorneys, and in his private practice, he has tried criminal and civil cases involving adults and minors. David Mullally has been a trial lawyer for more than 20 years
Perri O'Shaughnessy, attorney-author said Don't miss it!. At last, a comprehensive, current, and well-written guide for writers to the American legal system! "Order in the Court" covers just about any question a writer could have about law, from legal history to criminal procedure to the ins and outs of every kind of civil law. In fact, although the purpose of "Order in the Court" is to assist writers in finding titles, developing plots, and adding to . Excerpts from book review by "THE HERALD" said Book will give writers a solid footing in court procedures. "(A) comprehensive guide to the American legal system that is designed specifically to give writers a solid grounding in how the courts functionMullally discusses everything-from various types of offenses, their prosecution and their penalties to how juries are selected and then how they deliberateThe author walks his audience through a typical day at the courthouse, how the proceedings unfold i. What a fine book! "Order in the Court", written by local attorney David S. Mullally, is really a good read-not only for those who want to better understand our legal system, but for mystery and crime book buffs, as well-both readers and writers. Actually written as a writer's guide to the legal system, the book provides clear explanations-in layman's terms-of crimes, defenses and punishments, search and seizure,