- Date: 02/01/2013
- Format: Print Paperback
- Price: $77.00
- ISBN: 978-1-45222-632-3
- Pages: 501
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Judicial Process in America, 9th Edition
Ronald A. Carp, University of Houston
Ronald Stidham, Appalachian State University
Kenneth L. Manning, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
Known for shedding light on the link between the courts, public policy, and the political environment, the new ninth edition of Judicial Process in America provides a comprehensive overview of the American judiciary. Considering the courts from every level, the authors thoroughly cover judges, lawyers, litigants, and the variables at play in judicial decision making. This remarkably current revision will only solidify the book’s position as the standard-bearer in the field. For this ninth edition, the authors have added new or updated coverage of: - Federal judges, including data on the Obama administration, as well discussion of the appointments during the past three and half years;
- Non-trial processes, such as administrative hearings, arbitration, and mediation;
- Health care reform and analysis of the judiciary’s rulings;
- Gay marriage;
- Women on the Supreme Court; and
- George W. Bush’s imprint on the judiciary.
Tables, charts, graphs, and photos have also been throughoutly updated. FEATURES & BENEFITS: - The Annotated Constitution in the book’s appendix features the authors’ explanatory comments for each of the document’s articles and sections, offering context and references to landmark cases.
- Chapter summaries help focus students’ study and review.
- Further Thought and Discussion Questions promote critical thinking and reflection on key chapter points.
- Annotated Suggested Resources list books, journal articles, and websites, offering students guidance for further research.
- An array of comparative references and examples throughout the book highlight aspects of the U.S. judicial system that are uniquely American.
New to this Edition For this ninth edition, the authors have added new or updated coverage of: - Federal judges, including data on the Obama administration, as well discussion of the appointments during the past three and half years;
- Non-trial processes, such as administrative hearings, arbitration, and mediation;
- Health care reform and analysis of the judiciary’s rulings;
- Gay marriage;
- Women on the Supreme Court; and
- George W. Bush’s imprint on the judiciary.
Tables, charts, graphs, and photos have also been throughoutly updated.
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Table of Contents - Foundations of Law in the United States
- History and Organization of the Federal Judicial System
- History and Organization of State Judicial Systems
- Jurisdiction and Policymaking Boundaries
- State Judges
- Federal Judges
- Policy Links between the Citizenry, the President, and the Federal Judiciary
- Lawyers, Litigants, and Interest Groups in the Judicial Process
- Crime and Procedures Prior to a Criminal Trial
- The Criminal Trial and Its Aftermath
- The Civil Court Process
- Decision Making by Trial Court Judges
- Decision Making in Collegial Courts
- Implementation and Impact of Judicial Policies
- Policymaking by American Judges: A Synthesis
Appendix: Annotated U.S. Constitution
Reviews “The book is comprehensive in its coverage of topics, so it is wonderful for students who enter the class with no (or misinformed) knowledge of judicial process. I have used it through several editions, and I have had numerous former students tell me that they retained their copies for future use because of its clarity. One of the real attractions of this book is that the authors are all first-rate scholars, so I have full confidence in the authors’ updating.” - Joseph Stewart, Clemson University“I like the book quite a bit. It's thorough without being repetitive, and it covers a wide range of issues. I think the book is well balanced as is and the feedback from my students is that the book is very helpful.” - Matthew Moore, Cal Poly at San Luis Obispo“I like the organization of the chapters. They lend themselves especially well to the manner in which I teach my course. The book addresses all of the main topics I am looking for in a textbook. I have used this book for almost a decade and have always found it engaging and accessible to students.” - Paul Collins, University of North Texas“Judicial Process in America receives good comments in our course evaluation system. I like it because of the sound scholarship, good organization, and clear, straightforward writing.” - Wesley Skogan, Northwestern University“Judicial Process in America is a solid textbook, covering all that needs to be covered in a judicial process course, and then some. It is written at a level that undergrads can understand without speaking down to them or dummying down the material. One of the features I like is that it is clear the authors keep up with the political science literature on judicial politics.” - Mark Hurwitz, Western Michigan University“The text's strengths are its straightforward approach and delivery of the information. It is well-written and understandable, yet still challenging enough to maintain high standards of educational quality. It does not include the distractions or unnecessary information found in other courts-related texts. Students comment that book is very informative.” - Matthew Crow, University of West Florida
Bio(s)
Ronald A. Carp, University of Houston Robert A. Carp is professor of political science at the University of Houston. He is coauthor of Policymaking and Politics in the Federal Courts; Politics and Judgment in Federal District Courts; the Federal Courts, fourth edition, with Ronald Stidham; and numerous articles on judicial process.
Ronald Stidham, Appalachian State University Ronald Stidham is professor emeritus of Government and Justice Studies at Appalachian State University. He is coauthor of The Federal Courts, Fifth Edition, with Robert A. Carp and Kenneth L. Manning; The State Courts, with Robert A. Carp and Kenneth L. Manning, and numerous articles in legal, social science, and criminal justice journals. Kenneth L. Manning, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth Kenneth L. Manning is professor of political science at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. He is coauthor with Robert A. Carp and Ronald Stidham of The Federal Courts (Fifth Edition) and The State Courts. Manning's work on the politics of judicial decision-making and federal judicial selection have been published in a variety of journals.
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