Congressional Quarterly's desk reference on American courts
By: Patricia G. Barnes.
Series: Desk reference series
Publisher: CQ Press
Published: 2000
Place of publication: Washington, D.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 301
Subjects: Courts -- United States -- Popular works.; Justice, Administration of -- United States -- Popular works.
Genres: Popular works.
Other titles: Desk reference on American courts; CQ's desk reference on American courts
Description: "Whether you are a citizen inquiring about jury duty or a student needing to grasp the intricacies of a criminal trial, Congressional Quarterly's Desk Reference on American Courts provides quick and concise answers to your questions. This essential reference tool answers more than 500 frequently asked questions and clarifies the complex subject of the U.S. court system. The topics cover all aspects of how the court system works, including court institutions, judges and other legal personnel, sources and types of law, judicial processes and procedures, important cases, and interesting firsts. The question-and-answer format, descriptive table of contents, numerous cross-references, and detailed index ensure that you will find the right fact quickly.

A bibliography guides further research."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 283-284) and index.