Explains elements of the justice system including the kinds of courts; the roles of attorneys, judges, and jurors; pretrial arraignments; preliminary hearings; and trials.
Examines the genocide and human rights violations committed by the Khmer Rouge during the 1970s, why it took eighteen years for the UN to recognize the crimes, and the history of trying to bring the Khmer Rouge to justice in Cambodia.
Presents an introduction to the judicial branch of the U.S. government, discussing its responsibilities, and looking at some of the landmark cases that have been decided by the Supreme Court. Includes insights from educators and elected officials.