Explores the advocacy process and criminal procedure
Tries a realistic, hypothetical case to demonstrate the process and reasoning behind decisions made by prosecution
and defense
Topics include: plea negotiation, pretrial motion practice and discovery, trial preparation and conduct, and
the federal sentencing guidelines
This guide to federal criminal practice tries a realistic, hypothetical case to demonstrate the process and
reasoning behind the decisions made by the prosecution and the defense. Presents, in chronological order, the strategic
and tactical alternatives that face counsel at every step of the process. Chapters include: plea negotiation, pretrial
motion practice and discovery, trial preparation and conduct, and the federal sentencing guidelines.