Publisher's Synopsis
Open this book and step into AmericaÔÇÖs court system! With Neubauer and FradellaÔÇÖs best seller, you will see for yourself what it is like to be a judge, a prosecutor, a defense attorney, and more. This fascinating and well-researched book gives you a realistic sense of being in the courthouse, enabling you to quickly gain an understanding of what it is like to work in and be a part of the American criminal justice system. The bookÔÇÖs approach, which focuses on the courthouse "players," makes it easy to understand each personÔÇÖs important role in bringing a case through the court process. Throughout the book, the authors highlight not only the pivotal role of the criminal courts but also the courtÔÇÖs importance and impact on society as a whole.
