Title: Cross and Tapper on evidence /
Authors: Tapper, Colin.; Cross, Rupert, 1912-1980.
Publisher: Oxford University Press,
Year: 2007
Subjects: Evidence (Law) England.; Evidence (Law) Wales.
Abstract: The 11th edition of 'Cross and Tapper on Evidence' retains the comprehensive coverage and in-depth insight of previous editions to meet the needs of today's degree, bar and police students, as well as practitioners. The book provides criticism and comment on the law, drawing on recent cases.
Contents: Introduction -- Matters not requiring proof and judicial findings as evidence -- Burdens and proof -- The functions of the judge and jury -- Witnesses -- The course of evidence -- Character in general -- Bad character of the accused -- Privilege -- Public policy -- Opinion -- Hearsay in general -- Hearsay in civil proceedings -- Hearsay in criminal proceedings -- Documentary evidence -- Proof of frequently recurring matters.