GCSE Law contains everything the student needs to know for the GCSE Law examination, covering the whole GCSE Law syllabus in a clear, concise and accessible way. It explains the central principles of the subject and provides all the necessary background information for coursework projects. Learning aids for both teachers and students include: * Model questions and answers as well as suggested coursework titles * Sample materials such as contracts and court forms to help place the law in context and bring the subject alive * Diagrams, such as flow charts of the court structure, which help to illustrate complex legal procedures * Tips on preparation for the examination and what to do on the day * Further reading and useful addresses that provide helpful background information * A glossary of legal terms Fully up to date, this new edition has been extensively revised to take account of the many legal developments that have occurred since the last edition. In particular: * The implementation of the Woolf Report * New cases following the Human Rights Act 1998 * The Access to Justice Act 1999 * The 1999 Review of the Criminal Courts * The Powers of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000 * The Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001