Habeas for the Twenty-First Century
Uses, Abuses, and the Future of the Great Writ
272 pages
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8 line drawings, 2 tables
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6 x 9
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© 2011
Review Quotes
Daniel J. Meltzer, Story Professor of Law, Harvard Law School
“A thorough and enlightening study of the Great Writ. No discussion of habeas corpus in the postconviction context can afford to ignore this important book.”
Todd Pettys, University of Iowa College of Law
“A well-written, accessible, and fairly nontechnical overview of the function of the writ of habeas corpus, the ways in which it is and is not working, and an effectively presented case for reform. Few books cover as much ground in as concise a manner.”
Brandon L. Garrett, University of Virginia Law School
“King and Hoffmann have written a timely and fascinating primer on the recent history of the writ’s evolution, and they point the way toward future changes by underscoring two of the central problems that will continue to confront us in the decades to come: wrongful convictions and inadequate defense lawyering at trials. Their rich description of the role habeas corpus plays in our system provides an engaging introduction for all interested in criminal justice.”
Choice
“Habeas for the Twenty-First Century provides a concise history of the writ and a well-written, accessible argument for its position. Those studying criminal justice or criminal law will find this a quick read about an important issue in criminal jurisprudence.”
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