Human rights in criminal proceedings /
Stefan Trechsel ; with the assistance of Sarah J. Summers.
- Oxford [England] ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2005.
- cx, 611 p. ; 25 cm.
- Collected courses of the Academy of European Law ; v. 12/3 .
"Academy of European Law, European University Institute."
Includes bibliographical references (p. [562]-581) and index.
About this book -- The scope of application of the right to a fair trial in criminal matters -- The right to an independent and impartial tribunal -- The general right to a fair trial -- The right to a public hearing -- The right to be tried within reasonable time -- The right to be presumed innocent -- The right to be informed of the accusation -- Adequate time and facilities -- The right to defend oneself and to have the assistance of counsel -- The right to test witness evidence -- The right to the free assistance of an interpreter -- The privilege against self-incrimination -- The right to appeal -- The right to compensation for wrongful conviction -- The protection against double jeopardy -- Liberty and security of person : the rules on imprisonment -- The rights guaranteed to all persons deprived of their liberty -- The special rights of persons detained on remand -- Other fundamental rights affected by criminal proceedings.
0198299362 (hardcover : alk. paper)
2004030368
Due process of law--European Union countries. Fair trial--European Union countries. Criminal procedure--European Union countries.