Trial courts and practice
J.M. Van Dyke 1987 Encyclopedia of the American Justice System ed. R.J. Janosik, v. 2, p. 734–752
Professional article describing the purpose and philosophy of jury trials (as opposed to bench trials). Very good background material for a term paper.
Resource Type: References Topics: Legal System:Jury Trials, Federal TrialKeywords: Jury trial, civil trial, legal system
