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The Problem Of The Expert Juror., Paul F. Kirgis Oct 2002

The Problem Of The Expert Juror., Paul F. Kirgis

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In this article, I argue that the new focus on the risks of spurious "expertise" compels attention to the problem of juror expertise. 24 Specialized knowledge poses the same risks to the truth-seeking objectives of trial whether it enters the decision-making process through expert testimony or through the back door of juror background knowledge. In fact, the risks to accuracy may be less when expertise is offered by a witness than when it is introduced by a juror, because the witness will be subject to cross-examination and rebuttal. Flawed expertise brought to the case by a juror is not subject …


The Improvement Of Water And Water-Dependent Resources Under The Great Lakes Charter Annex, Sandra B. Zellmer, David Gecas, Anne Kori Mann Apr 2002

The Improvement Of Water And Water-Dependent Resources Under The Great Lakes Charter Annex, Sandra B. Zellmer, David Gecas, Anne Kori Mann

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"No Armed Bodies Of Men" -- Montanans' Forgotten Constitutional Right (With Some Passing Notes On Recent Environmental Rights Cases), Robert G. Natelson Jan 2002

"No Armed Bodies Of Men" -- Montanans' Forgotten Constitutional Right (With Some Passing Notes On Recent Environmental Rights Cases), Robert G. Natelson

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This article discusses whether Article II, Section 33 of the Montana Constitution is targeted at importations of "armed bodies of men" by the government, by private parties, or by both. The article also reviews recent "environmental rights" decisions by the Montana Supreme Court to illustrate some problems in judicial review of a constitutional right against private parties.


Biodiversity In And Around Mcelligot's Pool, Sandra B. Zellmer, Scott A. Johnson Jan 2002

Biodiversity In And Around Mcelligot's Pool, Sandra B. Zellmer, Scott A. Johnson

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Sustaining Geographies Of Hope: Cultural Resources On Public Lands, Sandra B. Zellmer Jan 2002

Sustaining Geographies Of Hope: Cultural Resources On Public Lands, Sandra B. Zellmer

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