Two well-known professionals, a lawyer and a clinical psychologist, have teamed up to write this judiciously balanced, clearly presented, and accessible guide to an ever more complex subject. they answer such questions as: What does a lie detector test really tell you? Can law enforcement officials use hypnosis to investigate a crime? Is eyewitness testimony the most reliable and persuasive evidence? Are we living in a more punitive society?
These and other issues are dealt with in a concise, readable manner, one that tells readers how to approach the problems with arise in day-today practive as well as how to think about the fundamental current ethical and legal issues.
Meticulously researched and documented, this important new volume offers a lively presentation, one which is "must" reading for students of law, and for professionals in both fields who want a complete reference guide.
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Two well-known professionals, a lawyer and a clinical psychologist, have teamed up to write this judiciously balanced, clearly presented, and accessible guide to an ever more complex subject. they answer such questions as: What does a lie detector test really tell you? Can law enforcement officials use hypnosis to investigate a crime? Is eyewitness testimony the most reliable and persuasive evidence? Are we living in a more punitive society?
These and other issues are dealt with in a concise, readable manner, one that tells readers how to approach the problems with arise in day-today practive as well as how to think about the fundamental current ethical and legal issues.
Meticulously researched and documented, this important new volume offers a lively presentation, one which is "must" reading for students of law, and for professionals in both fields who want a complete reference guide.
Imprint | New York University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | December 1988 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | December 1988 |
Authors | Steven R. Smith, Robert Meyer |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 x 44mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade / Trade |
Pages | 788 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8147-7887-6 |
Barcode | 9780814778876 |
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LSN | 0-8147-7887-9 |