Blackstone's Practical Policing: Going to Court is a practical and very useful guide for police officers of all ranks, designed to prepare them for attending court.
Most police officers will at some point be required to attend court and many officers attend on a regular basis. Going to Court is a unique text which demystifies and explains the court process. This guide covers the main features and processes of the four relevant courts for police officers - the Magistrate's Court, the Crown Court, the Youth Court and the Coroner's Court.
Going to Court provides information on court procedures, giving evidence, case progression and case file preparation. Accessible and easy to use, there are many helpful flowcharts, diagrams, practical tips and court plans. The book is a must have for all police officers who need advice and practical help with this often daunting experience. It will also be of use to fire service professionals who need to attend court.
Glossary
1: Introduction
2: The Legal Professions
3: The Magistrates' Court
4: The Magistrates' Court: Sentencing and Bail
5: The Youth Court
6: Applications in the Magistrates' Court
7: The Crown Court
8: Crown Court: Preliminaries
9: Crown Court: Trial by Jury
10: Applications in the Crown Court
11: Crown Court: Guilty Pleas and Sentencing
12: The Coroner's Court
13: Preparing for Court
14: Trial Procedure
15: Giving Evidence
Appendix.1: Sample Search Warrants and Forms
Appendix 2: Useful References
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