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Can A Prosecutor Use Your Silence Against You?

A prosecutor usually can’t use your silence against you. But if you testify at trial, things change, and prosecutors can use it.

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What is a Conviction Integrity Unit?

Across the U.S., prosecutors and district attorneys are adding a Conviction Integrity Unit to their office. What does it mean for you?

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What Is Civil Commitment?

Prosecutors don’t only work in criminal cases. They also represent “the People” or “the State” in involuntary civil commitment cases.

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News: Report Says Plea Deals Now Limit Compassionate Release

A new NPR report states that prosecutors in the U.S. have been using plea deals to stop compassionate release from prisons.

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What Does It Mean When A Prosecutor Commits A Brady Violation?

A Brady violation occurs when prosecutors withhold evidence that would help the defendant, and they can result in overturning a conviction.

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What Is Prosecutorial Discretion And How Can It Impact Your Case?

Prosecutorial discretion is the power prosecutors have to make charging decisions. This power is huge and can have a big impact on your case.

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What Is Probable Cause In A Hearing or Investigation?

For law enforcement, probable cause allows them to get warrants. Probable cause for prosecutors means they have enough evidence against you to hold a hearing

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