DNA Evidence and the Daubert Test
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This 4 page paper examines a case in which DNA evidence helped obtain a conviction, and discusses whether or not that evidence passes the Daubert test. Bibliography lists 3 sources
Filename: HVDaubrt.rtf

Do Lawyers Operate In The Public Interest?
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This 28 page paper sets out to consider the proposition that lawyer operate in the public interest. The paper starts this by defining the role of the lawyer, which includes the UK definitions of both barristers and solicitors. Following this the meaning of public interest is discussed with reference to different perspectives, and the manifestation of the way law seeks to serve the public interest is examined, with the theories of Devlin and Hart. The final part of the paper then considers how public interest is served with the examination of a well known case where public interests were of paramount importance; the extradition proceeding of General Pinochet, a case where it is often assumed that public interests were not served. The bibliography cites 20 sources.
Filename: TElawyers.rtf

Does The High Profile Status Of A Criminal Case Affect Investigators' Decisions?
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5 pages in length. Media coverage has historically proven to be both a blessing and a curse where the judicial system is concerned. The extent to which print, radio and television reporting serve to inform the public as the trial progresses is both grand and far-reaching; that a fine line separates the beneficial element of such coverage from the one detrimental to investigators' decisions speaks to the inherent disadvantage to a criminal case having a high profile status. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCCrimHiProf.rtf

Due Process
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Approximately 5 pages in length. Discusses the background and purpose of due process laws with a focus on trends during the early 1990's. Emphasis is upon the case of Bostick v. Florida. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Dueproce.wps

Due Process of Law
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A 10 page paper on due process of law under Miranda and Gideon as they apply to Fifth and Fouteenth Amendment Constitutional rights re equity in right to counsel. The paper argues in defense of these rights by providing opposing arguments and making a strong argument in support of continued protection of equitable rights for individuals. The argument relies on these cases and Constitutional law in relationship to the due process procedures defined by these cases. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Dueprlaw.wps

Dying Declarations and the Hearsay Rule
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A 20 page discussion of the exception to the hearsay rule offered for dying exceptions. Defines hearsay and the conditions under which dying declarations are admittable into a court of law under Federal law. Outlines the Western view that these declarations are inherently truthful due to an underlying fear of divine punishment. Discusses the variables which enter into the validity of these dying declarations including a person physical and mental status at the time they are issued. Questions the validity of dying declarations and the appropriateness of their use. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPhearsa.wps

Eric Schlosser’s “A Grief Like No Other”
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This 5 page report discusses the 1997 article written by Eric Schlosser about murder in America. He wraps his story around the murder of Terri Smith by Gary Rawlings in 1987 and how events unfolded regarding the criminal justice system and the disservice done to families of murder victims. Bibliography lists only the primary source.
Filename: BWschlos.wps

Essential Elements Of Contracts
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A 5 page paper that highlights the categories of contracts and discusses terms and references applicable laws in regards to those categories. Categories/clauses include: offer/acceptance and problem areas, special considerations, termination statements and problem areas, and signatures. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Contrac2.wps

Eviction Proceedings in Tennessee
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An 8 page paper presenting a hypothetical court case, description of court room proceedings and an analysis of why the court proceedings progressed in the manner they did. The case is one of eviction, conducted under the laws of Tennessee. Tennessee is a subscriber to the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ULTRA), and further specifies in specific state law the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSlawEvictTN.rtf