Tag: Legal Resources
How Do You Know What Caselaw Applies to Your Case?
If you are facing a trial, the final decision in your case may be based on rules of law created by previous cases. “Caselaws” or “precedents” means the rules established by those previous cases. The judge cites the caselaws as an example to justify their present case decisions.
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What Are Your Rights to Use the Legal Library in Prison?
In the United States, many prisons have a legal library. In most cases, you can use the books and other information in this library to help you with any legal matters you may have. But your rights to use the legal library in prison can be a little complicated.
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What Happens After You File an Appeal in Federal Court?
You have the right to appeal a court’s decision. But what happens after you file an appeal in the federal system? Learn more inside.
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How Can the Prison Rape Elimination Act Impact Your Sentence?
In 2004, Congress enacted the Prison Rape Elimination Act. This act is also known as the PREA. The act aims to address the problem of sexual abuse in U.S. prisons.
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How Can You Obtain a Lawyer? What Happens If You Can’t Afford One?
A lawyer can help you navigate a criminal case from arrest to release. There are lawyers in every state willing to take on criminal cases and who can represent you in court.
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What Happens After You File an Appeal in Federal Court While in Prison?
You have the right to appeal a court’s decision. But what happens after you file an appeal in the federal system? Learn more inside.
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Could the Prison Litigation Reform Act Impact Your Sentence?
Yes. So, if you have a loved one in prison who wants to sue the government, you need to know what you’re up against
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