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In criminal cases, evidence is a crucial part of determining the outcome. To challenge evidence effectively, you must understand its nature and the rules governing its admissibility. Evidence in criminal trials can range from physical items, like weapons or clothing,...
You’ve been arrested and charged with criminal wrongdoing. Perhaps there was a misunderstanding that led to your circumstances or perhaps you made a mistake. Either way, your future is now at stake and the strength of your criminal defense strategy could mean the...
Vandalism charges can have severe consequences, tarnishing your reputation and leading to legal trouble. Knowing your rights and how to mount a strong defense is essential if you’ve been falsely accused. Vandalism refers to the deliberate destruction or defacement of...
Did you know that most criminal cases never make it to trial? According to The Marshall Project, about 94% are settled through plea bargaining. Accepting a deal can give you immediate relief with the hope of a light sentence or no jail time but remember you also have...
The first time you have dealings with the police can feel disconcerting. You might enter the situation a little naive of your rights, or of how these encounters work. One thing you might assume is that the police will always tell you the truth. Sadly, this isn’t...
When people talk about criminal charges resulting from physical violence, they may say that someone has been charged with assault and battery. This is also a term that you may have heard in popular TV shows or police dramas. But the reality is that assault and battery...
Many people consider it a crime to be drunk in public. If you ask them if it’s illegal, they’ll at least tell you that it is. And they are technically correct in California, which does have public intoxication laws. But this can also be a bit confusing. How could it...
You might think your chances of presenting a successful criminal defense are finished if someone tells you they have an eyewitness willing to testify against you. While you should certainly be concerned, you also need to treat their claim with a pinch of suspicion....
If you grew up watching legal shows on TV, you might assume that juries decide the fate of everyone who has been charged with a crime. Yet, nowadays, most real-life trials are civil actions, not criminal ones. Those who are accused of crimes tend to plead guilty...
Evidence is crucial in a criminal case. A court cannot convict someone based solely on a police officer’s hunch. Yet, not all evidence is equal. There are two categories to understand: 1. Direct evidence This gives a prosecutor a much better chance of securing a...