What is the "presumption of innocence"?
Sep 14, 2009
Presumed to be innocent ? All people accused of a crime are legally presumed to be innocent until they are convicted, either in a trial or as a result of pleading guilty. This presumption means not o...
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If I'm accused of a crime, am I guaranteed a trial by a jury?
Sep 14, 2009
The U.S. Constitution gives a person accused of a crime the right to be tried by a jury. However, this right does not extend to petty offenses -- defined as offenses that do not carry a sentence of mor...
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What's the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
Sep 14, 2009
The Basics Most states break their crimes into two major groups: felonies and misdemeanors. Whether a crime falls into one category or the other depends on the potential punishment. If a law provides...
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Roadside Sobriety Exercises
Aug 25, 2009
Overview of Roadside Sobriety Exercises In addition to breath test results, prosecutors will attempt to prove a DUI arrestee’s normal faculties were impaired by showing performance on the roadside so...
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What to do if Stopped for a DUI
Feb 09, 2009
Get a Designated Driver Before you even go out for a drink get a designated driver or have the phone number to a local cab company on your cell phone. Bars and restaurants will always call a cab for ...
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