Vulnerability, the Accused, and the Criminal Justice System: Multi-jurisdictional Perspectives

by Roxanna Dehaghani

This book is concerned with the vulnerability of suspects and defendants in criminal proceedings and the extent to which the vulnerable accused can effectively participate in the criminal process. Commencing with an exploration of how vulnerability is defined and identified, the collection examines and analyses how vulnerability manifests and is addressed at the police station and in court, addressing both child and adult accused persons. Leading...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032070560
• ISBN13: 9781032070568
• Release Date: June 2023
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"