Criminal Law for Non-Criminals: 100 Most Misunderstood Legal Principles, Clarified - Paperback

by Giles Wayne Casaleggio (Author)

Criminal Law for Non-Criminals
100 Most Misunderstood Legal Principles, Clarified

Think you know your rights? Think again.

Most law-abiding citizens only encounter the criminal justice system through TV shows, headlines, or hearsay. But much of what we think we know about the law-from arrest procedures to courtroom drama-is flat-out wrong.

In this eye-opening and entertaining guide, Criminal Law for Non-Criminals breaks down 100 of the most commonly misunderstood legal principles and exposes the myths that even the most educated Americans often believe. Through short, easy-to-understand true-or-false quizzes and real-world examples, readers will finally get straight answers to questions like:

• Can you really "plead the Fifth" in any situation?

• Does "double jeopardy" mean you can never be retried?

• Are undercover cops required to identify themselves?

• What exactly does "innocent until proven guilty" mean in practice?

Covering ten key areas of criminal law-from police stops to sentencing-this book is your practical, myth-busting guide to understanding how the system really works.

Accessible, smart, and surprisingly fun, this is a must-have resource for anyone who wants to be informed, empowered, and protected in a world where what you don't know about the law really can hurt you.