Publisher's Synopsis
""A Summary of Practice in Instance, Revenue, and Prize Causes: In the Admiralty Courts of the United States"" is a legal reference book written by Samuel Rossiter Betts and published in 1838. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the procedures and practices followed in the Admiralty Courts of the United States. It covers various types of cases that come under the jurisdiction of these courts, such as instance, revenue, and prize causes. The author explains the rules of evidence, the duties of the judges, the rights of the parties involved, and the procedures for filing and prosecuting cases. The book is a valuable resource for lawyers, judges, and law students who are interested in studying the history and development of the Admiralty Courts in the United States. It is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to readers with varying levels of legal expertise. Overall, ""A Summary of Practice in Instance, Revenue, and Prize Causes"" is an important work in the field of maritime law and legal history.For The Southern District Of New York. And Also On Appeal To The Supreme Court.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.