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Miranda rule and Miranda rights are important
The rule, pronounced in Miranda v. Arizona, that confessions are inadmissible in a criminal prosecution if the police do not advise the suspect in custody of certain rights before questioning. The rights include: a. The right to remain silent and to refuse to answer any questions; b. The right to know that anything the suspect says can and will be used against the suspect in a court of law; c. The right to consult with an attorney and to have an attorney present during questioning; d. The right to have counsel appointed at public expense, prior to any questioning if the suspect cannot afford counsel.

 


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Criminal law involves prosecution by the government of a person for an act that has been classified as a crime. Our Kansas City Criminal Defense Lawyers are expert lawyers in the legal field of criminal defense. We can help you out of your legal troubles.

 
Missouri Incarceration rates for prisoners.    
 
 
incarceration rates for prisoners under State or Federal jurisdiction, per 100,000 residents* , *Incarceration rates for inmates sentenced to more than 1 year. in Missouri
12/31/1998 457
12/31/1997 443
12/31/1996 409
12/31/1995 358
12/31/1994 338
12/31/1993 308
12/31/1992 311
12/31/1991 305
12/31/1990 287
12/31/1989 269

Source: BJS, National Prisoner Statistics data series 1998-1989
 

Civil cases, on the other hand, involve individuals and organizations seeking to resolve legal disputes. In a criminal case, a state prosecutor initiates the suit, while the victim brings the suit in a civil case.

Persons convicted of a crime may be incarcerated, fined, or both. However, persons found liable in a civil case may only have to give up property or pay money, but are not incarcerated.

Common criminal cases and topics related to criminal defense include:

  • Death Penalty
  • Assault and Battery
  • Homicide
  • Manslaughter
  • Juvenile Justice
  • White Collar Crimes
  • Federal Sentencing Guidelines
  • Environmental Violations
  • Financial Fraud Law
  • Government Fraud
  • Possession of Control Substance
  • Telemarketing Fraud
  • Mayhem
  • Insider Trading
  • Healthcare Fraud
  • Insurance Fraud
  • Mail Fraud
  • Tax Evasion
  • Probable Cause
  • Child Abuse
  • Cruelty to Animals
  • Miranda Rights

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  White Collar Crime
AUDIO, RM, 32Kbps, 40:00, 1/8/2003

Welcome to the Big House! The Justice Department has reversed a 20-year policy of sentencing first-time, non-violent offenders to half-way houses. Now, they'll be going to regular prison. We'll consider -- should all criminals be treated the same
Source: NPR
 
 
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Criminal Defense Terms

 


Today's Terms

Circumstantial evidence

Definition:
All evidence of an indirect nature. Testimony not based on actual personal knowledge or observation of the facts in controversy.

Levy

Definition:
A seizure; the obtaining of money by legal process through seizure and sale of property.

Felony

Definition:
A felony is a major crime for which the maximum imprisonment is more than one year in a state correctional institution. The court may also impose a fine. Felonies are classified into four categories: capital, 1st degree, 2nd degree, and 3rd degree

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  • Financial Fraud
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