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10/22/2018

Nolo contendere is also an option, although not used frequently. It essentially means you accept conviction without admitting guilt.

10/22/2018

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10/18/2018

According to the Courts, parole is an "act of grace," not a right, and is therefore not guaranteed.

10/16/2018

The guarantee of due process can actually be traced back to the Magna Carta, a governing document from England around the year 1215.

10/11/2018

The burden of proof will generally be on a person or government depending on the type of charges being brought.

10/08/2018

When the accused is not found guilty of the charges against him, he is given an acquittal.

10/04/2018

Let’s explore some of the legal vocabulary surrounding criminal law.

10/01/2018

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09/27/2018

How are fingerprints collected and analyzed at crime scenes?

All or some of the projects listed were fully or partially funded through grants from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the National Institute of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Office of Justice Programs, and/or the US Dept. of Justice. Neither the US Dept. of Ju...

09/24/2018

What are your rights when being questioned by police?

This page tells you about your basic rights. It is not a substitute for legal advice. You should contact an attorney if you have been arrested or believe that your rights have been violated.

09/17/2018

As technology advances, so must the methods used to practice law.

From algorithms to cellphones, technology’s march forward is forcing criminal law to evolve, according to a panel Thursday at the ABA Annual Meeting in Chicago.

09/11/2018

On the 17th anniversary of the Sept. 11 tragedy, remember and reflect.