Description
This new edition includes 13 new chapters. Areas covered by some of the new chapters include Capital felon's defense team; Habeas corpus, coram nobis and section 1983 proceedings; the Innocence protection act and post-conviction DNA testing; Challenging the death sentence under racial justice acts; Inhabited American territories and capital punishment; and the Costs of capital punishment.
About the Author
Louis J. Palmer, Jr., is an attorney for the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals. An author of numerous reference works on criminal justice, he lives in Pocatalico, West Virginia.
Reviews
Reviews of the first edition: ""a great contribution...highly informative...highly recommended"" - Choice
""clear and coherent guide...highly recommended"" - ARBA
Book Information
ISBN 9780786476602
Author Louis J. Palmer Jr.
Format Paperback
Page Count 400
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 715g