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Access to Justice in Magistrates' Courts: A Study of Defendant Marginalisation
Access to Justice in Magistrates' Courts: A Study of Defendant Marginalisation
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The book examines access to justice in summary criminal proceedings by considering the ability of defendants to play an active and effective role in the process, based on socio-legal research and ethnographic observation in four magistrates courts in South East England. It argues that recent governments have demanded efficiency and cost saving in criminal justice, which has undermined principles that contribute to access to justice for defendants.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Access to justice in summary criminal proceedings is a critical issue that has been the focus of numerous studies and debates. This book examines the ability of defendants to play an active and effective role in the process, which goes beyond the availability of legally aided representation. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring that justice is not only done but also seen to be done by all participants in the process. The book is based on socio-legal research, which includes ethnographic observation and interviews with defence lawyers and Crown prosecutors. The study highlights the historical marginalization of defendants in magistrates court proceedings, particularly due to the courtroom layout and patterns of behavior among professional workgroups. The political climate in relation to defendants and access to justice since 2010 has further exacerbated this issue, undermining the ability of defendants to participate effectively in the process. The book argues that recent governments have prioritized efficiency and cost saving in criminal justice, which has led to the undermining of principles that contribute to access to justice for defendants. It suggests that there is a need for a more balanced approach that recognizes the importance of defendants' participation in the process and ensures that justice is served effectively.
Weight: 320g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509956777
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