
When Do Courts Impose The Death Penalty?
In 27 states and the federal system, the death penalty is still used as punishment for crimes in capital cases.
In 27 states and the federal system, the death penalty is still used as punishment for crimes in capital cases.
A Bivens Claim is the kind of lawsuit you bring when a federal official violates your constitutional rights.
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade, and its decision could have several impacts on the criminal justice system.
The Supreme Court will overturn Roe v Wade in the near future, and the impacts on the criminal justice system are clear already.
In Thompson v Clark, the U.S. Supreme Court held that plaintiffs need only prove they weren't convicted to bring a Fourth Amendment claim.
In a case called Ramirez v Collier, the U.S. Supreme Court delayed an execution based on a prisoner's religious-freedom rights.
In Wooden v United States, the Supreme Court addressed mandatory minimums under the Armed Career Criminals Act.