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  • Paperback: 776 pages
  • Publisher: Routledge Cavendish; 7th Revised edition edition (1 Jul 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1859419453
  • ISBN-13: 978-1859419458
  • Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 17 x 4.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 355,916 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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'It is with great satisfaction that the new edition of Slapper and Kelly has been published. In the author's desire to produce an accessible text, they have rightly restricted the text of their book. They have been careful to minimise details and select relevant topics. In the case of the latter, they have chosen a good balance between legal method - statutory interpretation, precedent, sources of law and judicial reasoning - and legal system/process - the civil and criminal court structures, the civil and criminal processes, legal services and how they are funded.The topics have been discussed in lucid and authoritative style, and to aid further understanding they have been supplemented well by the liberal use of headings and sub-headings and summaies at the end of the chapters.' The Law Teacher, Vol 36 no 1. 'The book is extremely thorough. I looked for a dozen issues in this book - ranging from deaf people on juries to the Criminal Cases Review Commission - and found them all there. There are 13 chapters in all, telling you almost everything you will ever need to know about UK and European legislation, civil and criminal court structures, judges, juries etc.; the authors even grapple successfully with the new arrangements for the funding of legal services. Each chapter ends with a useful and clear summary of the main points raised. A very detailed index ensures it is easy for the reader to find his/her way around the book.' The Law Teacher, Vol 38 no 1. 'Want to learn more about the law? Then turn to The English Legal System by Gary Slapper and David Kelly. It's a standard text in about 35 British Universities, but general readers should have little trouble getting to grips with it.' Ozone, Magazine of the Open University, Summer 2005.

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A good comprehension of the English legal system requires knowledge and skill in a number of disciplines. The system itself is the result of developments in law, economy, politics, sociological change and the theories which feed all these bodies of knowledge. This book assists students of the English legal system in the achievement of a good understanding of the law, its institutions and processes and sets the law and system in a social context, presenting a range of critical views. Being proficient in this subject also means being familiar with contemporary changes and proposed changes, and this new edition has been comprehensively revised and updated to take these into account. Since the last edition of this book in 2003, the changes to The English Legal system have been major and manifold. This new 7th edition includes all the significant changes introduced to the civil and criminal courts by the Courts Act 2003. The book also incorporates the Criminal Justice Act 2003 and its scores of key changes including those to trials, the appeal system, the double jeopardy rule, PACE powers, cautions, juries, bail, and the magistrates' court system. Additionally, the new edition includes the constitutional changes consequent upon the creation of the Department for Constitutional Affairs, and the plans for a Supreme Court. In other areas, new rules relating to solicitors, costs and publicly-funded law are included as are the case of Dr David Kelly and the law and politics of judicial inquiries. The plans for a European constitution are also digested. Many new cases are incorporated including the House of Lords' decision in Wilson v Secretary of State for Trade and Industry and its implications for statutory interpretation and the Human Rights Act.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A highly enjoyable yet practical guide to English Law., 10 Jan 2001
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This book is ideal for students of law. With its in depth analysis of the English legal structure together with high readability it is an easy to understand and helpful book for lawyers and non lawyers alike. A worthwhile buy for those who wish to understand the English legal system that little bit better.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A fine introduction, 6 Oct 2007
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Compared to a lot of other books you will first get this one is a breeze to read and guides you through the basics in no time. I got this on my first OU law course and found it really helped enhance and complement the course text.

I'd recommend this one over Harris any day!
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Exactly as it says on the box! Fast delivery, perfect condition. All I could ask for.
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