Evidence: Commentary and Materials, 7th Edition

By C R Williams, Peter Waight

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$155.00 RRP

Date: 16/11/2005

Code: 9780455221229

Lawbook Co., AUSTRALIA

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This edition of Evidence: Commentary and Materials has been fully revised and updated to reflect the recent changes in the law of evidence across Australia. This leading book contains a collection of cases, statutory material and commentary, designed to provide an understanding of contemporary evidence law. The reader is introduced to the general principles and theoretical perspectives of the law of evidence, while placing cases and statutory material in historical context. All Australian jurisdictions are covered and any variations from State to State are explained in a balanced manner.

Contents
1. Introduction
2. Competence and Compellability
3. The Burden and Standard of Proof
4. Presumptions
5. Prima Facie Case
6. Privilege
7. The Examination of Witnesses
8. Disposition and Character
9. Propensity or Similar Fact Evidence
10. The Accused as a Witness
11. Identification Evidence
12. Real Evidence
13. Documentary Evidence
14. Opinion Evidence and Prior Determinations
15. Hearsay: The Exclusionary Rule
16. Hearsay: The Common Law and Statutory Exceptions
17. Confessions, Admissions and Statements made in the Accused’s Presence
18. Illegally Obtained Evidence and Confirmation by Subsequent Fact
19. Res Gestae
20. Corroboration and Judicial Warnings in the Case of Suspect Witnesses