Criminal Justice
Case Law & State Statutes
The following databases and information have been compiled by a librarian and may be useful in your research but don't forget to always evaluate any websites you use!
- Nexis Uni This link opens in a new windowNexis Uni provides full-text access to over 15,000 news, business, and legal sources. News coverage includes deep archives and the latest stories. Use the Company Dossier module to retrieve detailed company information and financial performance measures. The Company Dossier module also allows you to identify and compare companies matching specific criteria. This product also provides access to the renowned Shepard's Citations service for all federal and state court cases 1789-present. Nexis Uni is the new platform to replace LexisNexis Academic, which has been phased out by the vendor.
Case Law in Nexis Uni
Please see the FAQ: How do I search for legal cases on a specific topic? For example, how do I find New Hampshire legal cases about breach of contract? for more information.
State Statutes in Nexis Uni
Please the FAQ: How do I find state law or statutes about a specific topic online? For example, I’m trying to find New Hampshire statutes regarding “mental illness.” for more information.
Find More with a Google Search
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