Your constitutional rights protect you from being arrested unless certain conditions are met. These conditions are referred to as "probable cause." If you are detained without probable cause, you may use this as a reason to sue the police department.
How The Officer Can Prove Probable Cause
The officer can use any of his or her senses to detect the commission of a crime. This is important because an officer can even arrest someone if he or she smells an illegal substance on you.
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If you have been charged with a serious crime, you should be aware of what it would take for a jury to believe you are innocent. Since the burden is on the prosecutor to prove you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, much of your defense could be to challenge the prosecutor's evidence.
Making the Most of Exculpatory Evidence
Before your trial begins, there will be a discovery process in which the prosecution will turn over their evidence to your attorney to either allow for a fair defense or encourage you to plead guilty.
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Getting charged with possession of narcotics or illegal medication can be a very frightening experience and can carry some very stiff penalties so it is very important that you contact an attorney that specializes in drug charges. Listed below are just two of the ways that a drug charge lawyer can help you out.
Check For Improper Law Enforcement Procedures
One of the biggest ways in which a drug charge lawyer will help you is by making sure that any police officers and other officials involved in your arrest followed the proper procedures.
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Self-styled militia groups are in the news again, thanks to the armed protesters who overtook over a wildlife refuge center belonging to the government in Oregon. Prominent members of other civilian militia groups have been journeying there to offer their support. Membership in an armed militia is often fraught with legal difficulties — which is why it's smart to understand what is legal and what isn't before you join one.
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When your child gets arrested you may have no idea as to what will happen. If your child is a minor, things generally are handled differently than if your child has reached their majority.
Do Not Let Them Speak to the Police Alone
If your child is under the age of 18, they can't be questioned without a representative present. That means that you can sit in on any questioning. You also have the right to tell your child to be quiet.
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