LAW7281

The expert witness in the adversary system (6 points)

(LAW)

Leader: TBA

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton First semester 2005 (On-campus)

Synopsis:

Objectives: At the successful completion of this subject the student should be able to: (1) compare and contrast the adversary and inquisitorial systems; (2) explain the court structure, trial process and role of the legal profession; (3) identify the ethical rules imposed on lawyers and expert qitnesses by the courts and their profession; (4) explain the rules of evidence relating to the giving of expert evidence; (5) identify areas of current law reform and likely future directions.

Assessment: This Subject will be assessed as Pass or Fail only and no grades will be allocated. There will be ongoing assessment including reflective activities, case studies, assignments and a final assessment task. Participation in the online discussion group will also be required but will not be assessed.

Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Graduate Certificate of Forensic Studies (Accounting) course.

Corequisites: LAW7282.