European University Institute Library

Lawlemmas, in search of principled choices in law, justice, and life, James R. Acker ; illustrated by Anna L. Acker

eng

Includes bibliographical references

illustrations

index present

non fiction

Lawlemmas

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James R. Acker ; illustrated by Anna L. Acker

in search of principled choices in law, justice, and life

"This book offers a series of interrelated narrative essays that rely on fictional characters to confront readers with challenging issues of law and justice, issues that demand careful analysis and lend themselves to elegant, although disputable, resolution. It is intended especially for classes in which students explore the fundamental principles and value choices that are reflected in rules of law and their application, particularly criminal law, criminal procedure, and select constitutional issues including free speech and euthanasia. The lively essays feature a college professor and his students as they interact and encounter several vexing “lawlemmas” both inside and outside of the classroom. The volume promises to inspire reflection and evoke discussion while introducing students to issues and principles at the heart of law and justice." --, Provided by Publisher

The goldfish bowl -- Confrontational tactics -- The nullifier -- Punishment -- Crazy like a fox -- Cause and effect -- Justice in black and white, and shades of gray -- The death penalty -- On guilt and innocence in fact and law -- A little privacy, please? -- Flights of fancy and the freedom of speech -- The truth, the whole truth? -- Last call -- Pleas, deeds, and special needs -- Commencement