Tag: legal defense
Court Rules 3 Confessions Inadmissible Due to Police Misconduct
In a landmark decision, a federal court recently ruled that three confessions obtained by police were inadmissible due to misconduct, highlighting the critical role...
Fifth Amendment Protects Police in 4 Key Ways
Nearly 20% of all criminal cases in the U.S. involve law enforcement officers, making the Fifth Amendment a critical shield for police rights. This...
Understanding the 5 Key Types of Evidence Suppression
Every year, countless criminal cases hinge on the integrity of evidence. Yet, the manipulation of this evidence—a practice known as suppression—can dramatically alter the...
Understanding the 5 Types of Evidence Tampering
Evidence tampering undermines the foundation of justice, with studies showing it occurs in nearly one-fifth of criminal cases. This deliberate alteration or destruction of...
Three Key Steps in the Criminal Appeal Process
Nearly 5% of criminal convictions in the United States are overturned on appeal each year. This process, known as the criminal appeal process, serves...
UK: 3 Key Cases Where Charges Were Dropped Due to Lack of Evidence
In the UK, the presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of the legal system, yet the question of whether someone can be charged without...