The Law and Constitution for Every Jamaican - by David Batts (Paperback)

About the Book

Well known amongst colleagues as a zealous advocate for the constitutional right to freedoms of thought and expression, David Batts extends his reach with this simplification of the Jamaican Constitution, law, and legal system for all Jamaicans to better understand it. The Law and Constitution for Every Jamaican provides simple information on how the law works. The book commences with a definition of law and the legal systems of the world. It explains the Jamaican legal system {u2013} its genesis, how it operates {u2013} and how the judicial system functions. Ideal for the Civics, Social Studies, and Law student at any level, this work covers other institutions of governance. From the Jamaica Constabulary Force to the operations of the National Land Agency, the Transport Authority and the Island Traffic Authority; the Rent Board and Firearm Licensing Authority (to name a few), readers will benefit from details and explanations as well as examples showing the law in action.

Book Synopsis

Well known amongst colleagues as a zealous advocate for the constitutional right to freedoms of thought and expression, David Batts extends his reach with this simplification of the Jamaican Constitution, law, and legal system for all Jamaicans to better understand it. The Law and Constitution for Every Jamaican provides simple information on how the law works. The book commences with a definition of law and the legal systems of the world. It explains the Jamaican legal system - its genesis, how it operates - and how the judicial system functions. Ideal for the Civics, Social Studies, and Law student at any level, this work covers other institutions of governance. From the Jamaica Constabulary Force to the operations of the National Land Agency, the Transport Authority and the Island Traffic Authority; the Rent Board and Firearm Licensing Authority (to name a few), readers will benefit from details and explanations as well as examples showing the law in action.

Review Quotes

Brilliantly conceived and executed, and written in an easily accessible style. This should definitely be compulsory reading for all high school students and persons being employed in courts' offices and departments of government should also be given a copy as part of their recruitment package. More generally, it will be an important first reference point for all citizens who have an interest in what governs and regulates us as a nation.

-C. Dennis Morrison, OJ CD, QC

Mr Justice Batts' guide on the main elements of Jamaican law is authoritative, stimulating, devoid of unnecessary jargon, and above all, deeply protective of the rights of the individual in Jamaica's challenging social environment. The Law and Constitution for Every Jamaican is a compelling book that should be of interest to lawyers and laypersons alike.

-Professor Stephen Vasciannie, CD