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The PLA Library will be closed on Monday September 5, 2022 for Labour Day.
We will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Tuesday September 6, 2022.
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PLA Library Staff
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The PLA Library will be closed on Monday August 1, 2022 for Civic Holiday.
We will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Tuesday August 2, 2022.
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The PLA Library will be closed on Friday July 1, 2022 for Canada Day.
We will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Monday July 4, 2022.
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Qualifying and Challenging Expert Evidence
by Eric V. Gottardi, et al.
Published: April 2022 by Emond Publishing
Qualifying and Challenging Expert Evidence is an essential guide for legal practitioners and expert witnesses participating in a criminal trial. Applicable to Crown, defence counsel, and the judiciary, this handbook uses clear and concise language to address all aspects of expert witness testimony from start to finish. Read more.
Practical Guide to Evidence and Proof in Criminal Cases, 9th ed.
by (Hon.) Roger E. Salhany, Edward W. Claxton
Published: March 2022 by Emond Publshing
The Practical Guide to Evidence and Proof in Criminal Cases, 9th edition offers a clear and concise explanation of the different types of evidence admissible in criminal cases, the rules excluding certain categories of evidence, and the exceptions to those rules. Read more.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I: PRINCIPLES OF PROCEDURE
General Principles
Preparing for Trial
Avenues for Challenging Experts
Trial Issues
Sentencing Issues???
PART II: SPECIFIC TYPES OF EXPERT EVIDENCE
Medical Professionals
Police Experts
Scientific Experts
Technology
Social Context
Firearms
Other Experts
Appendixes
Appendix: Biology Reports
Appendix: Firearms Report
Table of Cases
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I ADMISSIBILITY
Chapter One: General Principles
Chapter Two: Kinds of Evidence
PART II EXCLUDED EVIDENCE
Chapter Three: Hearsay
Chapter Four: Previous Consistent Statements
Chapter Five: Character Evidence
Chapter Six: Opinion Evidence
Chapter Seven: Admissions and Confessions
PART III TRIAL PROCESS
Chapter Eight: Proof at Trial
Chapter Nine: Presumptions and Burdens of Proof
Chapter Ten: Particular Problems of Proof
Both items are available to PLA Members in good standing for sign-out. PLA Members can sign-out up to three items for overnight use for a seven day period. Overdue charges may be applicable to items that are not returned by their due date.
For a full listing of all of the new items added to the PLA Library Collection, please watch for your next issue of Peel Briefs (for PLA Members Only) or take a look at the New Books list for the current calendar year published in the Members' Corner.
Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the link for the Membership Form and Fees. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.
As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
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As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
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Still need some EDI hours? Earn 1.5 hours at the PLA's upcoming CPD on October 4th, 2022! See our website for more… https://t.co/d3VPFyI2Kc
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