Category: I’ve Been Arrested
What Does Acquit Mean?
If a judge or jury decides to acquit you of a crime, it means that they find you not guilty. This does not mean, however, that you are innocent.
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Q & A: Can I Be Kept Up To Date With Someone’s Case?
While a court usually won’t make sure you’re kept up to date on your loved one’s case, there are ways to follow it. But be careful.
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News: The D.C. Crime Bill, Jury Trials, Carjacking & Politics
The D.C. Crime Bill is all over national headlines after the U.S. Senate blocked it yesterday. Here’s what you need to know.
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Explainer: Atlanta’s Cop City
Atlanta’s “Cop City” is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. But it’s not going away any time soon.
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Explainer: Your Public Defender Isn’t Responding. Why?
If your public defender isn’t responding to you, you need to be patient. But you also need to assert your rights.
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What is a Juvenile Court?
Every state in the country has a juvenile court. They are created by state legislatures for youth charged with criminal offenses.
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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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Why Don’t Most Defendants Testify At Their Own Trials?
In general, most defendants don’t testify at their own criminal trials. But the decision whether to testify is always up to you.
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Explainer: What is Deflection?
When it comes to alternatives to the U.S. justice system, people usually think of diversion. But deflection is making headlines.
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Explainer: Do Cops Really Use Baby DNA To Solve Crimes?
Earlier this week, Wired Magazine reported that cops in New Jersey used baby DNA to charge the child’s father. It’s as crazy as it sounds.
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