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Books by Cassian Creed

Evidence-led true crime and courtroom guides

Sourced, plain-language books for readers who want to understand the record, the law, and what a jury is actually being asked to decide.

Case guide · PDF download

The Brian Thompson Case: Luigi Mangione, Two Courts

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Case guide · PDF download

Cora, Dawson and Callan: The Lindsay Clancy Post-Mistrial Field Guide

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Case guide · PDF download

Eric Richins: The Evidence-to-Verdict Guide

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On sale Book cover of Jury Chess: How Criminal Jury Trials Actually Work by Cassian Creed — a courtroom drawn in line art with a chessboard set in the jury box

Jury Chess: How Criminal Jury Trials Actually Work

A criminal jury trial is not a television story or a public vote.

It is a controlled legal process shaped by burdens of proof, evidence rules, courtroom roles, jury instructions, and the limits of the admitted record. Jury Chess explains how that process works from jury selection through verdict—how to separate evidence from argument, follow objections and rulings, evaluate forensic claims carefully, and avoid treating allegations or public commentary as proof. Written for readers who follow criminal trials, with practical “Watch for This” exercises and 212 source notes. This book is for general education and is not legal advice.

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Learn what lawyers are really doing before the first witness is called.

Voir dire can shape a criminal trial before opening statements begin. This free, plain-language guide explains challenges for cause, peremptory strikes, juror bias, and what to watch as both sides work to seat an impartial jury. Enter your email and the guide will be delivered to your inbox.

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