Texas Criminal Procedure and Evidence

The third edition of Texas Criminal Procedureincludes updated law and statutory citations, along with cases and notes that track new legal developments related to criminal procedure in Texas. While the book was originally written to help students on the Texas Bar Exam, it now focuses on fundamental legal concepts for students who are interested in Texas Criminal Procedure, and for those who ultimately want to practice criminal law in Texas. The book has practice questions at the end of each chapter designed to help students apply the law to fact patterns. Students and lawyers use this book as a desk reference to assist them in practice because of its exhaustive coverage of topics ranging from arrest to post-conviction relief. New to the Third Edition: Updated law and statutory citations. Legal notes that track new developments in caselaw. Edited practice questions. Professors and students will benefit from: An easy start-to-finish chronological organization. Clear, plain English writing. Practical nature of the substance of the book.

Texas Trial Procedure and Evidence addresses the common issues that arise throughout the various phases of trial, starting with final pretrial hearings, progressing through jury selection, opening statements, direct examinations, cross examinations, the court charge conference, closing arguments, deliberations, verdict, post-trial motions, judgment and post-judgment motions in the trial court. The special rules governing bench trials, expedited trials and justice court trials are covered.