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約1分の勾留質問で164日間勾留、検事の作文で作られる供述調書、証拠改竄や捏造……。冤罪に巻き込まれた著者がみた驚愕の刑事司法の実態とは 法制審に参加した市民委員５人が戦慄した、抜け穴だらけの刑事司法改革。

裁判官も人の子。重い刑を言いわたす前には大いに迷うし、法と世間の常識のギャップに悩むこともある。頑なな被告人の心を揺さぶった言葉を厳選。

元最高裁判事の千葉勝美が、同性婚を認めない現行法の憲法適合性を論じる。同性婚を認めない制度を合憲とするのが現在の判例である。しかし、昨今国内で係属している裁判の一部で、憲法への抵触を宣言するものが出てきている。

For thirty years, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Linda Greenhouse chronicled the activities of the U.S. Supreme Court and its justices as a correspondent for the New York Times. In this Very Short Introduction, she draws on her deep knowledge of the court's history and of its written and unwritten rules to show listeners how the Supreme Court really works.

This book is about the great moral issues underlying many of the headline-making political controversies of our times. It is not a comforting book but a book about disturbing and dangerous trends. The Quest for Cosmic Justice shows how confused conceptions of justice end up promoting injustice, how confused conceptions of equality end up promoting inequality, and how the tyranny of social visions prevents many people from confronting the actual consequences of their own beliefs and policies.

A comprehensive history of the people and cases that have changed history, this is the definitive account of the nation's highest court.   

Whatever the level of contact, the American judicial system affects peoples' lives. What courts and judges do matters. This book provides a very short, but complete introduction to the institutions and people, the rules and processes, that make up the American judicial system. This Very Short Introduction explains the "where," "when," and "who" of American courts. It also makes clear the "how" and "why" behind the law as it affects everyday people. It is, in a word, a starting place to understanding the third branch of American government at both the state and federal levels.

Im Sommer 1948 stehen große Entscheidungen an: Die westlichen Alliierten beauftragen 65 Männer und Frauen damit, eine Verfassung auszuarbeiten. Monate leidenschaftlicher Diskussionen beginnen, in denen gestritten, getrickst und geträumt wird. Wie soll es werden, das neue Land? Kurz nachdem in den drei Westzonen im Frühsommer 1948 eine neue Währung eingeführt wird, riegelt die Sowjetunion West-Berlin ab: Die Stadt ist blockiert. Die USA beschließen, zwei Millionen Menschen aus der Luft zu versorgen und schicken "Rosinenbomber" los, von denen gleich einer der ersten abstürzt.

Drawing upon the timeless wisdom of Thomas Aquinas, The Natural Law offers clear insights into perplexing ethical dilemmas. The compelling conclusions of Aquinas emerge through a critical examination of contemporary ethical frameworks, including moral relativism, utilitarianism, and Machiavellian politics. In part one, which elucidates the core principles of natural law ethics, the listener will discover fundamental truths underpinning the concepts of right and wrong, which are rooted in the very fabric of our humanity.

From the admired judicial authority, author of Louis D. Brandeis (“Remarkable”—Anthony Lewis, The New York Review of Books; “Monumental”—Alan M. Dershowitz, The New York Times Book Review), Division and Discord, and Supreme Decisions—Melvin Urofsky’s major new book looks at the...

"This timely audiobook provides context and perspective for the decades-long fight to protect a woman's right to choose." - AudioFile Magazine After decades of activism, legal battles, and debate, listen to the landmark decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. Hear the Dobbs v. Jackson opinion and...

Since the publication of the first edition of Critical Race Theory in 2001, the United States has lived through two economic downturns, an outbreak of terrorism, and the onset of an epidemic of hate directed against immigrants, especially undocumented Latinos and Middle Eastern people. On a more hopeful note, the country elected and re-elected its first black president and has witnessed the impressive advance of gay rights. Critical Race Theory is essential for understanding developments in this burgeoning field, which has spread to other disciplines and countries.

Completed six years after Dostoyevsky's own term as a convict, The House of the Dead is a semi-autobiographical account of life in a Siberian prison camp, and the physical and mental effects it has on those who are sentenced to inhabit it. Alexandr Petrovitch Goryanchikov, a gentleman of the noble class, has been condemned to 10 years of hard labor for murdering his wife.

We are all familiar with the image of the immensely clever judge who discerns the best rule of common law for the case at hand. But is this common-law mindset, which is appropriate in its place, suitable also in statutory and constitutional interpretation? In a witty and trenchant essay, Justice Scalia answers this question with a resounding negative. 

If Lady Justice is blind, what guides her steps? Is justice, like beauty, in the eye of the beholder? Or are there objective criteria we can apply? What is the relationship between law and justice? Using works of literature, scenes from films, and actual cases as springboards for reflection and debate, Perceptions of Justice provides us with an easy-to-comprehend and entertaining critique of the American justice system.

The arrest is over. The report has been filed. Now comes the moment that can decide whether the case survives. Courtroom testimony places every observation, decision, written sentence, and forgotten detail under a hard light. A confident officer can explain what happened without exaggeration, defensiveness, or confusion. An unprepared officer can allow a sound investigation to fracture under cross-examination—even when the original police work was lawful.

From tribal vengeance to the modern rule of law, discover the gripping history of human justice and civilization. Perfect for an intellectual morning commute, this sweeping historical narrative explores how ancient kingdoms, religious empires, and democratic revolutions fought to define right...

Witness the dramatic clash of power and justice in Ancient Rome that forged the foundations of modern legal history. Perfect for deep learning during your daily commute, this epic narrative transforms dry statutes into a high-stakes battlefield of kings, senators, and everyday citizens fighting...

Discover how fair courts and legal accountability protect everyday citizens from the dangerous grip of corrupt power. Perfect for your morning commute, this thought-provoking journey decodes the complex political structures silently governing our lives. Step into the urgent, high-stakes fight...

Master the mechanics of global justice and decode international legal systems for transnational success. Perfect for a stimulating morning commute or focused study session, this guide transforms complex jurisprudence into accessible insights. Whether navigating cross-border business or analyzing...