LAW5159

Evidence 506 (6 points)

(LAW)

Leader: Professor Bob Williams/Mr Jonathan Clough

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon completion of the subject, students will have an understanding of general evidentiary principles. In particular, they will have developed: (1) the ability to isolate principles that are fundamental to the criminal and civil process and the conduct of fair trials in the accusatorial system; (2) competence in the skills of problem solving, analysis and written communication; (3) the analytical and interpretive skills required to give advice in relation to evidence problems and the admissibility of particular items of evidence; (4) the practical skills of presenting legal arguments, advocacy and multi-issued problem resolution in a trial context.

Assessment: Optional research assignment (2500 words): 35% + Final examination (2 hours plus 30 minutes reading and noting time): 65% OR Final examination (3 hours plus 30 minutes reading and noting time): 100%

Contact Hours: Three hours of lectures per week and one 1-hour tutorial per fortnight.

Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process, LAW3300 Criminal Law and Procedure