What is Insufficient Evidence?
Courts can dismiss charges against a defendant in a criminal case if there is insufficient evidence presented by the prosecution.
Category: I’ve Been Arrested
I’ve Been Arrested
If you’ve been arrested, lots of thoughts are likely racing through your mind. Police should have read you your Miranda rights. Now you’re wondering whether you should answer their questions. You’re also wondering whether you need a lawyer. And you’re wondering what’s going to come next. How to Justice works with experts and justice-impacted people like you to help answer those questions.
When Can Police Search a Person’s Car?
Police can search a person's car with a warrant or with consent. But you don't have to consent to a search under any circumstances.
When Can Police Search a Person’s Home?
Police can only search a person's home in certain circumstances. But, if you consent to a search, those circumstances don't have to apply.
When Can Police Pull You Over?
If police see you commit a traffic violation, they can pull you over. After that, police may ask to search your car. You can say no.
What Are Your Rights During A Search?
The Fourth and Fifth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution provide you with several important rights that apply during a search.
What are the Hearsay Exclusions?
A declarant-witness's prior statement and an opposing party's statement are hearsay exclusions. This means they are "not hearsay."
What is a Bivens Action?
A Bivens action is a lawsuit against a federal government official who violates someone's constitutional rights.
When Can Police Search a Person?
Police can search a person in a number of different situations, but the Fourth Amendment provides some protections.
What Happens If The Jury Can’t Reach A Verdict?
When the jury can't reach a verdict, it is known as a "hung jury." But a judge will make the jury deliberate more before ending the case.
What Rights Do Prisoners Have During Disciplinary Hearings?
There are not many rights that prisoners have during disciplinary hearings, so you need to know what ones you have to prepare ahead of time.