Publisher's Synopsis
"R v Rushkin" is a complte LPC case study. Starting with his arrest on suspicion of attempted burglary, this book follows Mr Rushkin's progress through police station procedures, the magistrates court, Crown Court and sentence. The story unfolds through documents that would be found in a solicitor's file with a full commentary at every step of the case.;Key features of the book are: comprehensive documentation such as the custody record, charge sheet, ID records, prosecution statements, defense attendance notes, instructions to counsel and key correspondence with the prosecution.;It explains where practice and procedure will alter with the Criminal Justice and Public Order Bill, and gives a commentary showing exactly what statute, rule or code underpins that stage of the process. The text also gives examples of good clear writing and drafting and sets out a professional standard, clearly showing the obligations of the solicitor in criminal practice.;Hugh Brayne is also co-author of "Professional Skills for Lawyers" and "Law for Social Workers".
