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The Criminal Law Handbook - 19th Edition by  Paul Bergman & Sara J Berman (Paperback) - 1 of 1

The Criminal Law Handbook - 19th Edition by Paul Bergman & Sara J Berman (Paperback)

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  • The criminal justice system is complicated.
  • Author(s): Paul Bergman & Sara J Berman
  • 656 Pages
  • Freedom + Security / Law Enforcement, Criminal Law

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Unlike most criminal law books geared toward lawyers, The Criminal Law Handbook unravels the complex criminal justice system for all to understand. It demystifies the criminal justice system--step by step--from arrest to sentencing and appeals. It's for anyone interested in the criminal justice system, from those personally involved in it to those who simply want to understand it.



Book Synopsis



The criminal justice system is complicated.
Understand it and your rights.


This book demystifies the complex rules and procedures of criminal law. It explains how the system works, why police, lawyers, and judges do what they do, and what suspects, defendants, and prisoners can expect. It also provides critical information on working with a lawyer.


In plain English, The Criminal Law Handbook covers:



  • search and seizure

  • arrest, booking, and bail

  • Miranda rights

  • arraignment

  • plea bargains

  • trials

  • sentencing

  • common defenses

  • working with defense attorneys

  • constitutional rights

  • juvenile court

  • legal terms and definitions

  • appeals

  • public defenders

  • victims' rights


The 19th edition is completely updated, covering the latest in criminal law, including U.S. Supreme Court cases.



Review Quotes




"An excellent and balanced guide to the state court criminal justice process..." Library Journal



"This easy-to-understand book contains everything you need to know about criminal law." Roger Cossack, Legal Analyst



"A well written, helpful guide for laypersons interested in their legal rights--straightforward, non-intimidating and informative." Laurie Levenson, Associate Dean, Loyola School of Law

Author Comments: The Criminal Law Handbook is written in an easy-to-understand question-and-answer format. It explains the criminal justice system inside and outside the courtroom. Whatever prompts your interest, the criminal justice system belongs to you. You have a right to know how it works. This book tells you what you never learned in high school civics: how the system really works.


Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 7.0 Inches (W) x 1.4 Inches (D)
Weight: 2.2 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 656
Genre: Freedom + Security / Law Enforcement
Sub-Genre: Criminal Law
Publisher: NOLO
Theme: Sentencing
Format: Paperback
Author: Paul Bergman & Sara J Berman
Language: English
Street Date: January 27, 2026
TCIN: 94271926
UPC: 9781413333176
Item Number (DPCI): 247-00-9369
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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