Criminal Procedure: Investigation. 4th Edition, Erwin Chemerinsky

Criminal Procedure Investigation 4th Edition Chemerinsky, ISBN: 9781543846072

The fourth edition of Criminal Procedure: Investigation is crafted with a student-friendly approach, favoring a clear and comprehensive exploration of black-letter law and contemporary policy issues over excessive rhetorical questions and law review excerpts.

Written by two esteemed scholars of criminal and constitutional law, the casebook takes a chronological approach, guiding students step-by-step through criminal procedure doctrine—from rules governing searches and seizures to the right to counsel.

This edition provides a balanced perspective by incorporating viewpoints from various stakeholders, including prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, law enforcement, and victims.

It also equips students with practical, hands-on materials such as pleadings and motion papers, making it an invaluable resource for those aspiring to practice criminal law. Additionally, the book introduces cutting-edge topics that reflect current debates in criminal procedure.

New to the Fourth Edition:

• Comprehensive Updates: Analysis of recent Supreme Court decisions and new policy discussions in the realm of criminal procedure.
• Expanded Coverage: New sections on excessive police force and remedies for Fourth Amendment violations.
• Landmark Cases:
  • Carpenter v. United States (Fourth Amendment application to cell phone location data).
  • Torres v. Madrid (definition of a "seizure").
  • Collins v. Virginia (automobile exception to the Fourth Amendment).
  • United States v. Byrd (unauthorized rental car driver’s rights under the exclusionary rule).
  • Kansas v. Glover (reasonable suspicion for vehicle stops).

Criminal Procedure Investigation Chemerinsky, ISBN: 978-1543846072

Key Features:

• Accessible and Engaging Writing: A straightforward, uncluttered style makes the text easy to navigate.
• Case-Centered Approach: Thoughtfully edited principal cases and author essays provide depth without overreliance on law review excerpts or rhetorical questions.
• Logical Organization: The content follows the natural progression of the criminal justice process, from investigation to prosecution to post-conviction relief.
• Systematic Presentation: Cohesive chapters link policy considerations with doctrinal specifics for deeper understanding.
• Practice-Oriented Content: Includes examples, pleadings, and motions that are invaluable for future practitioners.
• Focus on Modern Issues: Highlights current debates, such as police accountability and remedies for constitutional violations.

This updated edition is a dynamic and practical resource for students, offering clarity and depth in exploring criminal procedure while preparing them for real-world application.

Criminal Procedure Investigation Fourth Edition Chemerinsky 9781543846072