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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 DC Criminal Defense Lawyers are expert lawyers in the legal field of criminal defense. We can help you out of your legal troubles.

 
Ohio 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 Ohio
12/31/1998 432
12/31/1997 429
12/31/1996 413
12/31/1995 400
12/31/1994 387
12/31/1993 365
12/31/1992 347
12/31/1991 324
12/31/1990 289
12/31/1989 279

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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DC Audio & Video    
 
  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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:: OHIO OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES ::
Ohio Preparing Law Enforcement for Increasing Non-English Speaking Communities · The Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services has announced se
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law enforcement and other criminal justice partners in Ohio in July and August. The courses will be. conducted in counties with high Hispanic populat

 



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News about Criminal cases in DC and nationwide:

SUPREME COURT REINSTATES KANSAS DEATH PENALTY
The United States Supreme Court today reversed a December 2004 decision by the Kansas Supreme Court and ruled that the Kansas death penalty statute...
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Virginia Man Sentenced To 150 Years In Prison On Child Pornography Charges
WASHINGTON – A Virginia man was sentenced today in federal court in Roanoke, Va., to 150 years in prison on multiple charges involving the sexual e...
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Hate Crimes Task Force Nets Results
FBI statistics tell us there were 7,649 hate crime incidents reported in the U.S. in 2004. Behind those numbers are hateful and hurtful crimes...
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Criminal Defense Terms

 


Today's Terms

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

Search warrant

Definition:
An order issued by a judge or magistrate commanding a sheriff, constable, or other officer to search a specified location.

Fourth Amendment

Definition:
The 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects every person against unreasonable search and seizure by government officials.

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Criminal Defense Hot Topics

 
Topics Related to Criminal Defense:

  • Financial Fraud
  • Assault and Battery
  • Homicide
  • Manslaughter
  • Juvenile Justice

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If you live in the following cities and need an Criminal-Defense attorney you should contact our Criminal-Defense Attorney as soon as possible:

  • Alliance
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  • Barberton
  • Beachwood
  • Bowling Green
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  • Canton
  • Chillicothe
  • Cincinnati
  • Cleveland
  • Columbus
  • Dayton
  • Delaware
  • Dublin
  • Eastlake
  • Elyria
  • Fairborn
  • Fairfield
  • Findlay
  • Grove City
  • Hamilton
  • Hilliard
  • Kent
  • Lakewood
  • Lancaster
  • Loveland
  • Marion
  • Mason
  • Massillon
  • Medina
  • Mentor
  • Middletown
  • Newark
  • Painesville
  • Reynoldsburg
  • Sandusky
  • Stow
  • Toledo
  • West Chester
  • Westerville
  • Wooster
  • Xenia
  • Youngstown
  • Zanesville
 


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