The pretrial phase of any criminal case is critical. But the laws, rules, procedures and norms involved in this pivotal moment are not often clear or consistent, which presents challenges for judges. Aiming to synthesize and clarify the dozens of studies that elucidate various aspects of the pretrial process, UCLA School of Law’s Criminal Justice Program produced a pretrial bench book for judges in California.
UCLA School of Law professor Ingrid Eagly has been selected for the Fulbright-Schuman European Union Affairs Program, which provides opportunities for scholars to conduct research and engage in academic exchanges related to E.U. policies and institutions.
On Wednesday, October 2 at 12:15, we will be hosting Joseph B. Sweeney, former Associate General Counsel at the CIA, who will be speaking on state secrets privilege. This event promises to be an invaluable opportunity for those of you interested in national security, constitutional law, and the complex issues surrounding government secrecy.