Briefs of leading cases in law enforcement

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Title:

Briefs of leading cases in law enforcement

Author:

Del Carmen, Rolando V.

ISBN:

9781437735062

Personal Author:

Del Carmen, Rolando V.

Edition:

8th ed.

Publication Information:

Physical Description:

xli, 292 pages ; 24 cm

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

Probable cause -- The exclusionary rule -- Stop and frisk -- Arrests and other seizures of persons -- Seizures of things -- Seizures -- in general -- Searches after arrest -- Searches with consent -- Vehicle stops and searches -- Searches of people in vehicles -- Roadblocks -- Electronic surveillance -- Plain view and open fields searches -- Lineups and other pretrial identification procedures -- Use of force -- Confessions and admissions : cases affirming Miranda -- Confessions and admissions : cases weakening Miranda -- What constitutes interrogation for Miranda purposes? -- Right to counsel related to policing -- Entrapment -- Legal liabilities.

Abstract:

This book takes the leading cases decided by the U.S. Supreme Court and gives a summary description of the case and what it means for police and citizens. Cases are briefed in a common format to allow for comparisons among cases. The significance of the case is explained so the reader can understand exactly what impact the case has on citizens and the police. A summary capsule is included with a one-sentence summary of the case. The eighth edition contains briefs of new cases dealing with the exclusionary rule, stop and frisk, searches after arrest, vehicle stops, Mirandizing of suspects, and the right to counsel. New ancillary case studies and online self-study questions allow students to apply their knowledge of the law.

Subject Term:

Criminal procedure -- United States -- Digests.

Law enforcement -- United States -- Digests.

Searches and seizures -- United States -- Digests.

Added Author:

Walker, Jeffery T.

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Briefs of Leading Cases in Law Enforcement, Eighth Edition, offers extensive updates on the leading Supreme Court cases impacting law enforcement in the United States, creating a must-have reference for police officers to stay up-to-date and have a strong understanding of the law and their function within it. All cases are briefed in a common format to allow for comparisons among cases and include facts, relevant issues, and the Court's decision and reasoning. The significance of each case is also explained, making clear its impact on citizens and law enforcement. The book provides students and practitioners with historical and social context for their role in criminal justice and the legal guidelines that should be followed in day-to-day policing activities. This edition includes eight new cases related to the exclusionary rule, stop and frisk, searches after arrest, vehicle stops and searches, cases affirming the Mirandadecision, and right to counsel related to policing.