Scottish Evidence Law Essentials - (Edinburgh Law Essentials) 6th Edition by James Chalmers (Paperback)

About the Book

A concise guide to the law of evidence in Scotland

Book Synopsis

Now in its sixth edition, this is an invaluable study guide for students of Scots Law, showing how the law of evidence operates within Scotland. Providing up-to-date, concise and comprehensive coverage of the law of evidence, it is the ideal text for students new to the subject and for those preparing for exams in Scotland.
Whether you are a student or a practitioner, this guide offers an excellent resource for those wishing to refresh or update their knowledge according to the latest statutes.
Summary sections of Essential Facts and Essential Cases allow readers to rapidly grasp and remember the key elements of the subject.

From the Back Cover

Your essential revision guide to the Scots Law of Evidence, fully updated with the latest statues and case law Discover how the law of evidence operates within Scotland, and in the larger context of UK and European laws of evidence. Helpful student features include Essential Facts and Essential Cases for each chapter. This updated edition: - Covers everything you need to know for your Scots law evidence course - ideal for revision - Updated to take account of case law developments since 2021 - Covers the Double Jeopardy (Scotland) Act 2014, the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2016 and changes made to the law on vulnerable witnesses by the Vulnerable Witnesses (Scotland) Act 2019 James Chalmers is Regius Professor of Law at the University of Glasgow. He is the co-author of Walker and Walker: The Law of Evidence in Scotland (4th edition, 2015).

About the Author

James Chalmers is Regius Professor of Law at the University of Glasgow. He is the co-author of Walker and Walker: The Law of Evidence in Scotland (4th edition, 2015).