Tag: Justice System User Manual
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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Will A Lawyer Take Your Wrongful Conviction Case For Free?
If you’ve been wrongfully convicted, you may be considering hiring a lawyer. But will a lawyer take your wrongful conviction case for free?
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When Can You Appeal To The US Supreme Court?
It’s possible that you could appeal your criminal case to the US Supreme Court. But how do you do it? And is there a chance you can win?
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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 The Difference Between State And Federal Courts?
If you’ve been charged with a crime, one of the first things you need to do is understand the difference between state and federal court.
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Does “Giving Yourself Up” Or “Turning Yourself In” Really Help?
If you have an arrest warrant, police may ask you to come in voluntarily. Does “giving yourself up” or “turning yourself in” really help?
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How Can You or a Loved One Apply for Clemency?
There are a lot of ways to try to get released earlier, but clemency is one that doesn’t involve a court or your prison making the decision.
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What are Mandatory Minimums in Sentencing?
If you’re convicted of certain crimes, you could face mandatory minimums. It’s important to understand these “one size fits all” sentences.
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Do You Have A Right to Represent Yourself At Trial?
You have the right to a lawyer under the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, but you can also represent yourself at trial.
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Should You Talk To Police If They Say It Will Help?
It’s a straightforward but complicated question: Should you talk to the police if they say it will help? Almost always, the answer is no.
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