Criminal Law

Criminal Law is the name given to the branch of law that governs an individual's relationship to the state. It includes the definitions of criminal offenses, which are usually established by Congress or state legislatures. The term "criminal law" also encompasses the rights of an accused and the criminal process, including arrest, arraignment, grand juries, pleas, discovery, pretrial hearings, trials, jury selection, evidence, motions, and posttrial remedies. The main purpose of the criminal law is to set forth the punishment for criminal offenses. In order to prove any crime, no matter how serious, the prosecutor must prove that the accused committed a guilty act with a guilty mind beyond a reasonable doubt. Please read on to find a criminal defense attorney, criminal lawyer, criminal attorney or to learn more about criminal law.


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Celebrity Legal News: Michael Phelps
Michael Phelps found tarnish on his Olympic gold medals when published photos showed him smoking marijuana at a party, but he was not prosecuted. Read about prosecutorial discretion and the decisions weighed by law enforcement officials when deciding whether to prosecute someone.
Osborne: Due Process & DNA Tests after Conviction
The Supreme Court of the United States will soon decide a case involving a convicted criminal's right to have DNA evidence tested years after the conviction, using advanced methods currently available. The right to updated testing is based on Due Process rights under the US Constitution.
Forensic Evidence Labs Are under the Microscope
A National Academy of Sciences study revealed that the condition and operation of many forensic labs are less than ideal. It's a false assumption to think that all forensic labs are above question and that reliable results are the norm. Find out what the shortcomings are, how they might affect you.
Punishment of Crime
How does a judge determine how a crime will be punished? Find out about sentencing theories and guidelines as well as what factors are considered when a sentence is decided.
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Is Probation Possible for a Very Serious Theft Offense?
My son was arrested and charged with theft, forgery, fraud and unlawful use of computers (11 counts total)arising from about $100,000 that he allegedly stole from his employers. My question is, what are the chances he will have to serve time if convicted of these charges? Is the DA likely to accept...
Can a First Felony Offender Buy a Handgun?
Can a person with a First offender conviction felony buy and own a handgun in the state of Georgia
Can a Juvenile's Lawyer Share Privileged Informaton With His Parents?
If a minor has consulted with an attorney at the behest of his parents, and admits to something despite his telling the parents a different story, is the attorney at liberty to divulge the admittance to the parents who are the paying customer? Does the fact the client is a minor matter as far as con...
Does an 8 Month Sentence Qualify for Early Release Under the Second Chance Act?
My ex-wife was convicted of mail fraud and sentenced to 8 months in a federal prison FCI in Dublin, Ca. My question is does she qualify for the Second Chance Act for early release?
Can the Cops Take My Car After A Marijuana Arrest?
If someone is arrested for possession of marijuana with intent, can the arresting agency take possession of that persons vehicle, although it was not used in the actual crime, then change the title of the vehicle into that agencies name, before the case goes to court?


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