Can They Do That? Understanding Prosecutorial Discretion

      Can They Do That? Understanding Prosecutorial Discretion

      Can They Do That? Understanding Prosecutorial Discretion

      A prosecutor's decision to file charges -- or not to file them -- is often scrutinized. How are these decisions made? How much discretion does a prosecutor have, and how much discretion should a prosecutor have?

      This book explores prosecutorial discretion from varying viewpoints – theory, practice, and from individuals who wish to change the status quo. It is a must have for criminal lawyers, law students and prosecutors’ offices as a training tool.

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      This volume presents the voices of prosecutors, but also of judges, public defenders, theorists, and advocates for reform. Rather than taking a purely critical approach, this volume brings much-needed nuance to the complex issue of prosecutorial discretion.

      Aspects of prosecutorial discretion explored in this volume include:

      • Theory and historical context;
      • Checks on prosecutorial power;
      • Positive and negative impacts, with examples;
      • Insights into prosecutors’ decision-making processes; and
      • Comparative international perspective.

      Product Details

      Editors

      Melba V Pearson

      Sponsors

      Criminal Justice Section

      Publishers

      ABA Book Publishing

      ISBN

      9781641055963

      Page Count

      352

      Product Code

      5090171

      Trim Size

      6x9

      Publication Date

      6/12/2020 12:00:00 AM

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