This book, part of the successful LexisNexis Questions and Answer series, deals with criminal procedure. . The primary purpose of this book is to provide students with an understanding of criminal procedure and to develop their problem-solving skills. Each chapter commences with a summary of relevant law and key issues. Each question is followed by an answer plan, a suggested answer, examiner’s comments and a section on common errors to avoid. The authors also give practical tips on examination technique. Due to the nature of the subject, questions include essay-based and short answer questions. Questions cover a comprehensive range of topics including arrest, detention and search after arrest, bail, obtaining evidence and forensic procedures, the right to silence and police interrogation, entry onto and search of premises, sentencing and pleas in mitigation, and the appeal process.