Criminal Evidence: Principles and Cases

Criminal Evidence: Principles and Cases, 9th Edition, is a textbook by Thomas J. Gardner and Terry M. Anderson that presents the essential rules of evidence in criminal matters. Published by Cengage Learning, the volume covers legal principles alongside their interpretations and practical applications.

The text clarifies the factors that determine whether evidence is admissible or inadmissible in a court of law. It outlines the courtroom use of criminal evidence and explains the rationale supporting those legal standards.

Designed for students preparing for careers in law enforcement, law, or the broader justice system, the book illustrates how officers apply evidentiary rules on the job through high-interest examples and case excerpts.