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Criminal Justice and the Pursuit of Truth
Criminal Justice and the Pursuit of Truth
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The criminal justice system can achieve justice based on its ability to determine the truth, but this is often marginalized in favor of other values such as expediency and procedural fairness. This book explores the concept of truth and how well the criminal justice process facilitates it, exposing the gap between what people expect and what the system can deliver.
Format: Hardback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 16 June 2021
Publisher: Bristol University Press
The criminal justice system faces a critical question: can it achieve justice based on its ability to determine the truth? This book explores the concept of truth, its complexities, and its role in the criminal justice process. It examines how well the system facilitates truth-finding from the initial allegation to the final sentencing.
The chapters delve into the marginalization of truth-finding in favor of other values such as expediency, procedural fairness, and the presumption of innocence. They highlight the challenges and limitations that hinder the pursuit of truth in the criminal justice system.
This book serves as a valuable bridge between what people expect from the criminal justice system and what it can legitimately deliver. It sheds light on the gaps and shortcomings that need to be addressed to ensure that justice is served and that the truth is upheld.
The authors draw on a diverse range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives to provide a comprehensive analysis of the issue. They offer insights and recommendations for improving the criminal justice system's ability to determine the truth and promote justice for all.
In conclusion, this book is a crucial contribution to the ongoing debate about the role of truth in the criminal justice system. It provides a comprehensive examination of the concept of truth, its complexities, and its implications for achieving justice. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities in the pursuit of truth in the criminal justice system.
Weight: 516g
Dimension: 171 x 240 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529203189
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