New Books - Fall 2006, List 1
INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
by M. Cherif Bassiouni
Ardsley, NY: Transnational Publishers, 2003
K5000.B37 2003 Basement,
Shelved in New Books first, then at call number location
From Transnational Publishers:
Written by one of the world's pioneers and leading authorities on international criminal law, this text book covers the history, nature, and sources of international criminal law; the ratione personae; ratione materiae--sources of substantive international criminal law; the indirect enforcement system; the direct enforcement system; the function of the international criminal court; rules of procedure and evidence applicable to international criminal proceedings; and the future of international criminal law.
The first textbook to address this important topic, it is comprehensive, easy to read, and ideally suited for classroom use.
Professor Bassiouni teaches law at DePaul University and is the author and editor of numerous books and articles on U.S. criminal law, international and comparative criminal law, and human rights.
FEDERAL GRAND JURY: A GUIDE TO LAW AND PRACTICE, 2nd Edition
by Susan W. Brenner and Lori E. Shaw
Eagan, MN: Thomson/West, 2006
KF9642.B73 2006 First Floor
Shelved in New Books first, then at call number location
From Thomson/West:
This book explains the structure and functions of federal grand juries while outlining their peculiar constitutional status. Tells how a grand jury is selected and how long it serves. Describes what occurs in a grand jury session and the processes used in gathering evidence, as well as tactics used to resist its efforts. Explains the sanctions imposed on those who do not cooperate with grand jury directives, and how one challenges abuse of the grand jury process. Also discusses the ethical obligations imposed on prosecutors and attorneys who represent grand jury witnesses.
Brenner is NCR (NCR Corporation) Distinguished Professor of Law and Technology at the University of Dayton School of Law, where she teaches Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, a Federal Criminal Law course, a Cybercrimes survey course, and a Cybercrimes Seminar.
Shaw is Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Professor of Lawyering Skills at the University of Dayton School of Law. Dean Shaw also serves as the faculty coordinator for the Honorable James J. Gilvary Symposium on Law, Religion & Social Justice.
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