A to Z of Criminal Trial Under Criminal Laws

This edition of A to Z of Criminal Trial under New Criminal Laws serves as a comprehensive and reliable reference for legal practitioners, law enforcement officers, judicial officers, and students dealing with the practical and procedural aspects of criminal trials under the updated statutory framework.

The book presents the provisions of the new criminal laws in a structured, accessible manner, with emphasis on the procedural stages, rights of the accused, evidentiary rules, and trial management. It incorporates practical guidance, case law references, and ready-to-use resources, making it an indispensable tool for both academic and professional purposes.

The content spans the full scope of criminal trial processes under the new laws, including:

• Entities & procedures involved in criminal trial

• Practical steps to conduct a case in criminal trial

• Duties & powers of magistrates and courts

• Examination of witnesses and evidentiary rules

• Important forms for successful trial proceedings

• Model formats of notices, pleadings, and applications

• Trial flow as per new criminal laws

• Comparative analysis of provisions with previous laws

• Table of leading case laws in criminal trial

• Classification and categorisation of offences under the new framework

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• Lawyers, litigators, and defence counsels specialising in criminal law

• Public prosecutors and legal officers in enforcement agencies

• Judicial officers conducting and supervising criminal trials

• Law students and academicians studying criminal procedure and trial advocacy

• Police officers and investigators requiring procedural guidance

Whether used in the courtroom, the classroom, or the chambers, this updated edition delivers a precise, authoritative, and practical understanding of criminal trial procedure under the new legal framework effective from 1 July 2024.