Laws of Evidence

Providing an overview of evidence law, this book combines general principles with an analysis of relevant cases, bringing attention to the legal reasoning and court decisions that shape the law. Chapters cover the development of the field, the gathering and presenting of evidence at trial, challenges to admissibility, relevancy, character evidence, witnesses and competency, witness examination and credibility, impeachment, opinions and expert testimony, scientific evidence and testing, hearsay, exceptions to the hearsay rule, privileges, and future prospects. Exhibits and illustrations provide a visual connection to the material. An appendix features supplementary information on the court system and its procedures. Buckles teaches at Woodbury College. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)