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Vulnerability, the Accused, and the Criminal Justice System: Multi-jurisdictional Perspectives
This book is concerned with the vulnerability of suspects and defendants in criminal proceedings and the extent to which the vulnerable accused can effectively participate in the criminal process. It analyses how vulnerability manifests and is addressed at the police station and in court, addressing both child and adult accused persons.
| Author(s) | Edited by Roxanna Dehaghani, Samantha Fairclough, Lore Mergaerts. |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format | Hardback |
| Pages | 216 |
| Published in | United Kingdom |
| Published | 15 Jun 2023 |
| Availability | POD |
This book is concerned with the vulnerability of suspects and defendants in criminal proceedings and the extent to which the vulnerable accused can effectively participate in the criminal process. It analyses how vulnerability manifests and is addressed at the police station and in court, addressing both child and adult accused persons.
Introduction: The Vulnerable Accused in the Criminal Justice System Part 1: The Implementation of the European Framework 1. Access to Justice for Persons with Disabilities as Suspects of Crime: The Transformative Power of Human Rights 2. The Impact of the
Roxanna Dehaghani is Senior Lecturer in Law, Cardiff School of Law and Politics, Cardiff University, UK. Samantha Fairclough is Associate Professor in Law, Birmingham Law School, University of Birmingham, UK. Lore Mergaerts is a Postdoctoral Researc
