be prosecuted by the persons who suffer harm as well as by the state. __F__ 17. The prosecution in a criminal case need only establish by a preponderance of the evidence that the defendant committed the crime. ___F_ 18. Some misdemeanors are felonies. __F__ 19. In most cases‚ criminal liability does not depend on the commission or omission of an
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procedural steps they are required to take following the arrest and interview of John at the police station. After covering the procedural steps we will compare both the preliminary hearing and grand jury proceeding to establish probable cause for the felony charges. Once we finish covering the two procedural steps we will cover what the judge needs to take into consideration when setting the bond for John. The final thing that will be covered is what an arraignment is and what occurs during an arraignment
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attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney‚ one will be provided for you. Do you understand these rights I have just read to you? What is the difference between misdemeanor and felony o A misdemeanor is generally a crime that is punishable for a year or less in prison‚ or only in a county or local jail. o a felony is a crime for which the punishment in federal law may be death or imprisonment for more than one year Habeas corpus o Right to know what charges are brought against you Based
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Walter Dean Meyers’ Monster is a realistic fiction novel following Steve Harmon‚ a sixteen year-old student on trial for felony murder‚ navigate his way through one of the most challenging‚ nerve-wrecking experiences of his life. The novel focuses on time spent at Steve’s trials as well as moments in jail‚ while it also takes the reader back to moments of his childhood. Written in the point of view of Steve himself‚ the book is written as a journal and not only focuses on the events which are taking
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speeds that it will not be considered an infraction like a typical speeding ticket. It may be considered a misdemeanor or a felony. Although‚ the latter charge will likely lead to an arrest. But in either situation‚ a attorney may be able to cogitate the charge down. It may be possible to negotiate a misdemeanor offense down to a simple traffic infraction. In the case of a felony‚ it may possible to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor‚ but you are likely to be required to attend some sort of driving
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System. Choose three of the seven case scenarios to answer. Then‚ indicate which bulleted case scenarios you selected (1-7). Determine whether the individuals possess mens rea; if yes‚ then what type (reckless negligence‚ culpable negligence‚ or felony-murder rule). If there is no mens rea‚ write None. Then‚ determine what type of general defense (if any) could be used. If no general defense is applicable‚ write “Other.” Briefly explain your rationale. Post this assignment as an attachment
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opportunity to visit the Circuit Court of Cook County. This facility temporarily houses inmates awaiting trial. There are a total of thirty-two court rooms‚ which handles adult felony cases. The courts have about 400 cases each day‚ containing around 150 new cases. Judge Evelyn Clay stated that approximately 90% of all the felony cases are resolved by plea bargaining‚ and are not tried using the traditional bench or jury trial. The typical population served at this facility is African American and Latino
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Ex felons should be able to vote after finishing probation or parole. voting would help them readjust to everyday life‚ we let them drive and buy alcohol‚ so why not let them vote. If we truly want people convicted of felonies to re-engage with society‚ become rehabilitated‚ and feel a part of a broader community (thus creating incentives not to recidivate) our state should do everything possible to re-incorporate these individuals into mainstream society. The number of Americans who cannot
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BASIC PERSUASIVE SPEECH OUTLINE FORMAT Topic: Should Children Who Commit Violent Crimes be tried as Adults Type of Speech/Claim/Issue: Value Organizational Pattern: Topical General Purpose: To persuade my audience that‚ children who commit violent crimes should be tried as adults
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The Second Degree Robbery is a class C felony‚ it occurs when the perpetrator forcibly steals property with an accomplice present. It can also occur if the perpetrator causes injury to a person not involved in the crime and/or displays some kind of weapon. The First Degree Robbery is a class B felony‚ it occurs when he or another participant in the crime causes a serious injury to those not involved in the crime while
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