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LAW402 The Law of Evidence in Child Abuse (8)
Abstract| This subject aims to consider in depth the law of evidence and procedure in both criminal and civil matters relating to child abuse and protection. The general concepts and basic principles of evidentiary and procedural law are discussed. The relevant law is considered from the initial notification or investigation, through all pre-trial stages, to evidence and procedural issues during the trial itself. Issues relevant to child sex tourism and the current laws relating thereto will also be considered. The subject will also focus on the current reforms to evidentiary and procedural law in other jurisdictions, particularly England and Scotland. |
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Be able to understand the concepts of evidence and procedure generally and specifically in relation to both civil and criminal child abuse matters;
Understand fully the statutory and common law principles relating thereto;
Have a detailed practical and theoretical knowledge of the application of those principles from initial notification/investigation stages, through all pre-trial stages (including possible removal of a child) up to and including the trial stage.
Be able to formulate basic advice and become an effective participant in the legal process. |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
The nature and forms of evidence
The basic principles of the law of civil and criminal procedure
The sources of the law of criminal and civil evidence and procedure
Evidence and Procedural issues at the initial notification and/or investigation stage
Evidence and Procedural issues at the pre-trial stage
Preparation for trial
Evidence and Procedural issues in the civil or criminal trial
Areas for reform of evidence and procedure law
Case studies utilising facts taken from past cases will be used throughout to both illustrate the law and enhance a practical understanding of the relevant issues. |
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
