Evidence is a crucial part of both the prosecution and the defense. The evidence must be relevant to the case being adjudicated. In addition, evidence cannot stand alone. It may be supported by other evidence, witness statements, victim statements, and the statements of the accused. Considering evidence must never be based on an emotive decision. …
Legal issues affect everyone and everything, as we are part of a “Sue Happy” society. Research the legal issues a non-profit might face, and discuss how the legal issue could be prevented. This is your own investigative case study.
Legal issues affect everyone and everything, as we are part of a “Sue Happy” society. Research the legal issues a non-profit might face, and discuss how the legal issue could be prevented. This is your own investigative case study.
The use of force by law enforcement officers is sometimes required when dealing with suspects resisting arrest and/or individuals disobeying direct orders. However, when the use of force becomes excessive or is used unnecessarily, law enforcement officers are arguably committing ethical violations. Compose an essay that discusses (1) the types of ethical …
Law enforcement in America has seen drastic changes over the past one hundred years, from the educational requirements of officers to the interpretation of the Bill of Rights. Law enforcement officers today are expected to perform their duties at a very high level of professionalism and morality. Unfortunately, when officers don’t perform at this high …
Richard’s father is very rich. He hires a team of the most expensive lawyers in the country, and after an eight-day trial, Richard is acquitted by a jury. Richard’s lawyers sought and received a separate trial for him. Peter’s parents have no money, and Peter has massive student loans and works two jobs to pay …
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Discuss which cases go to federal court and which go to state court. Identify those courts ‘of record’ where cases are initiated and how they proceed through the appeals process. Finally, identify those states that belong to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and where that court is actually located.
Discuss the basic principles of jurisdiction from the text and from the landmark case of International Shoe Co. v. Washington, 326 U.S. 310 (1945). Please make sure to specifically discuss the concepts of “fair play and substantial justice” and “minimum contacts” from International Shoe. Additionally, discuss the difference between personal jurisdiction and subject matter …
Explain the background and significance of Kent v. U.S. (1966). Can a juvenile be sentenced to death? Explain the history behind why this is or is not the case? Explain the differences between the different types of juvenile waivers. Define transnational crime, and provide two examples of it. What are …
Explain the background and significance of Kent v. U.S. (1966). Can a juvenile be sentenced to death? Explain the history behind why this is or is not the case? Explain the differences between the different types of juvenile waivers. Define transnational crime, and provide two examples of it. What are …
