The words “murder” and “homicide” are frequently used interchangeably. However, there is a substantial discrepancy in their respective meanings. Any incident in which a person dies due to another’s conduct, intentionally or unintentionally. In contrast, murder involves the intentional killing of a person. Examples of homicide include: Murder committed while driving. Murder committed in self-defense. …
Miranda rights are available to the people of America who are arrested and interrogated by police officers. It requires the officers to tell facts and rights before they start the interrogation. The Miranda rights language may differ from what is stated as long as it conveys the same meaning. The officer must confirm that the …
It is crucial to understand the role of everyone present in the court. How would they affect you in your case? If you have half-knowledge about the justice system, things may get complicated. The most common confusion is whether you need to hire a prosecutor or a defense attorney. You may be wondering how their …
A felony conviction may prevent a person from enlisting in the American Army. Like the other military branches, the Army cadre seeks applicants who uphold moral character requirements. If you have a felony conviction, you might not be up to par. Provided they meet the other mental and physical qualifications, convicts may enlist in the …
The offenses of assault, battery and aggravated assault have intentional harm inflicted on one person by another as crucial. If a crime involves a physical attack or a threatened attack, it comes under assault, battery, or both. These acts can rise to the extent of aggravated assault, but it depends on two things- how grave …
The distribution and possession of weed are illegal under US federal laws on weed, specifically under the Controlled Substances Act. Federal law makes it unlawful to use, retain, grow and sell weed. There is no exception for the medical or so-called recreational use of weed in federal law. Possession of a small quantum of weed …
When you are found guilty of an offense, you face potential punishments that include a fine and imprisonment. However, courts also can impose a probation sentence instead of, or additionally to, fines and jail or prison time. Once the court orders you to serve probation, it essentially approves to let you serve your punishment while …
If you get injured in an accident where the driver failed to stop and identify themselves, in that case, you may be thinking about the legal options that are accessible for being compensated. The state must prove several things to convict someone for hitting someone and have to confirm each element to maintain the belief. …
A defendant can be convicted of domestic battery (sometimes known as a spousal battery) even if the victim sustains no physical harm from the physical contact. The use of violence and force is necessary against the victim by the defendant. Domestic violence is a type of abuse or violence that occurs within the house, among …
We see on the news that more and more women and men are speaking out against sexual harassment at work. Unfortunately, what is considered sexual harassment in the US is not always clear. This lack of clarity comes from the fact that sexual harassment and unlawful sexual conduct have different meanings under different laws and …