Includes bibliographical references (p. 171-180) and index
An introduction to religion in criminal justice -- Religion in high profile trials -- Religion in the legal system -- Common prosecution appeals -- Common defense appeals -- Court decisions regarding religion in closing arguments -- Research questions surrounding religious appeals -- Overview of experimental studies -- Study one : the use of religious appeals by prosecutors -- Study two : the use of religious appeals by defense attorneys -- Discussion, limitations, and future studies -- Conclusions.
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