Scottish Legal System LawBasics

This 4^th edition is the first update to this title since 2011 and provides students of all disciplines, legal and related, with the ideal introduction to the operations and workings of the legal system in Scotland.  This excellent pre-examination guide approaches the subject in a clear and uncomplicated fashion and contains all the necessary information required to guide the user towards the development of a basic understanding of the subject. The text has been fully updated since the 3^rd Edition in 2011.

The Development of Scots Law

The Sources of Scots Law

 Courts and Tribunals

 The Personnel

 Legislation and Precedent

 Civil Litigation

 Criminal Justice

 The Future

Appendix 1 – Glossary

Appendix 2 – Analysis of a Case

Appendix 3 – Technique for Answering Exam Questions

Appendix 4 – Sample Examination Questions and Answer Plans

Robert Shiels is a solicitor advocate and member of the Procurator Fiscal Service