On Your Feet: Criminal Law Practice in the Parish Courts in Jamaica

Finally, a practical guide for the clerk of courts and busy defence counsel with step-by-step procedure in criminal cases in the parish court in Jamaica is presented in On Your Feet. Written by a former clerk of the courts, this book covers key aspects of the operation of the court and the conduct of criminal cases through the court system. Enhanced with over 40 sample documents and up to date case references, students, police officers, lawyers and judges alike will all find this handbook an invaluable tool to understanding the jurisdiction and procedure of the court. From the Duty of the Clerk of the Court and other court personnel to Bail, File Preparation, Committal Proceedings and Court Orders, On Your Feet brings alive the operation of the criminal justice system in Jamaica and is a ready reference for anyone whose work or interest may take them into court.