Category: Your Rights
I’ve Been In Your Shoes: What To Do If You’ve Been Arrested
If you’ve been arrested, you probably have a lot of questions. This is your chance to hear someone’s perspective who has been in your shoes.
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Do Police Have To Tell You If You’re Under Arrest Or Free To Go?
When you interact with police, several different legal rights apply. Some of the rights depend on whether you are under arrest.
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What Rights Do You Have When Police Knock On Your Door?
When police knock on your door, you probably know you have legal rights that protect you. But do you know which ones?
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What Does Beyond A Reasonable Doubt Actually Mean?
In a criminal case, the prosecution must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. What does the term “beyond a reasonable doubt” mean?
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How to Subpoena Witnesses for Your Trial
In some cases, you may want to bring a witness or an important document to the court to prove your claim. You or your attorney can do so by issuing a subpoena to a person or institution to testify or produce the requested documents. A subpoena is a court command that compels a person to do what is requested.
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What Do You Do If a Prosecutor Strikes Jurors Based on Race?
A prosecutor might try to exclude a juror on the basis of race or other discriminatory grounds. You can object to this by raising a Batson challenge.
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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 Rules Apply To Your Criminal Court Case?
If you’re charged with a crime, certain rules apply to your criminal case. Which rules apply depends on what court your case is in.
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I’ve Been In Your Shoes: What Happens If Police Arrest A Minor?
Are you a minor who has had interactions with the police. Want to know what to expect? Hear from someone who has been in your shoes.
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What Are “Tough On Crime” Laws? How Do They Impact Your Case?
Since the 1980s, “tough on crime” laws have spread throughout our criminal justice system, and they impact your case more than you know.
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