Darbyshire on the English Legal System 12th ed

Darbyshire on the English Legal System 12th ed provides students with an engaging, thought-provoking and highly readable introduction to the contemporary legal system of England and Wales.

The work explains and critically evaluates the elements of the English Legal System in their practical (real world) and historic context.

• Considers the various functions and powers of individuals and institutions within the English Legal System
• Includes analysis of the latest case law and other key developments, including new research and government policy
• Contains a list of further reading at the end of each chapter and free online updates, so that students can undertake further study

The new 12th edition:-

Provides students with an engaging, thought-provoking and highly readable introduction to the contemporary legal system of England and Wales

Explains both new and old laws derived from the ELS, guiding students through a text which discusses legal principals, historical context and practice procedure

Considers the various functions and powers of individuals and institutions within the ELS

Takes into account all new legislation

Includes analysis of the latest case law developments, especially in criminal procedure and human rights

Discusses other key developments such as new research and government policy

Comes with free online updates, providing news of the latest changes and additional material

Contains a list of further reading at the end of each chapter so that students can undertake further study

An essential introductory text for undergraduate students of law, those studying law at A2 or AS Levels, as well as students on non-vocational courses