Publisher's Synopsis
""A Guide to the Law and Practice of Petty Sessions: With the Summary Jurisdiction Act, 1879"" is a legal reference book written by Edward Thomas Ayers in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the law and procedures of petty sessions, which are local courts that deal with minor criminal offenses and civil cases. The guide includes detailed explanations of the Summary Jurisdiction Act of 1879, which established the jurisdiction and powers of petty sessions courts in England and Wales. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of magistrates, the procedures for conducting trials, the rules of evidence, and the sentencing guidelines for different offenses. It also includes sample forms and templates for various legal documents, such as summonses, warrants, and orders. This book is intended for legal professionals, magistrates, and anyone interested in the workings of the petty sessions courts in 19th century England and Wales.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
