The Strange Case of the Law
External Rating58%
201260 minEnded

The Strange Case of the Law

Network:BBC Four

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Aired on Jul 4, 2012, 8:00 PM

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In his first television series, barrister Harry Potter tells the remarkable story of English justice for BBC Four. As an ordained priest in the Church of England, Harry spent eight years as a prison chaplain. He then trained as a barrister, was called to the Bar in 1993, and works exclusively in criminal defence.

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Status
Ended
Language
English
Runtime
60 min
Premiered
June 20, 2012
Ended
July 4, 2012
Schedule
Wednesday at 9:00 PM

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Episodes (1 Season · 3 Episodes)

Laying Down the Law

Harry Potter looks at the development of English law from Anglo-Saxon times to jury trial.

Jun 20, 2012

60 min

The Pursuit of Liberty

17th and 18th-century men who used the law to challenge tyranny and the abuse of power.

Jun 27, 2012

60 min

Presumed Innocent

The transformation that put the defence on an equal footing with the prosecution.

Jul 4, 2012

60 min

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