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A person charged with a serious federal crime must first be accused in?
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In order for a person to be charged with a serious federal crime, a federal grand jury must be convened and an indictment issued. The Grand Jury and right to a trial by jury were put in place to make sure citizens weren't victimized by overly eager police officers and prosecutors.
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What is a formal device by which a person may be accused of a serious federal crime?
An INDICTMENT by a Federal Grand Jury.
What is the word that means a person charged with a crime?
A person charged with a crime is the accused or the defendant.
Can a person be charged with burglary if no evidence is found and the person accused was wrongfully identified?
no
What is the word for a person charged with crime?
The accused, or the defendant.
What should you do if accused of assault with a deadly weapon and impersonating a police officer but you didn't do it?
The charges are very serious, the best choice would be to obtain the advice of an attorney who is experienced in criminal defense, even if the person has not been formally charged. Or,if they are arrested and charged for the crimes, at the arraignment the judge will ask if the person can afford counsel. If the accused cannot pay for a private attorney the judge will appoint a PDA.
What is respondent in a federal court?
The respondent is the person or group accused or sued.
A person accused of a serious crime does NOT have what?
immunity from the death penalty
How can a person be on state probation and federal probation at the same time for the same case?
It means the person was charged and convicted in both a state and federal court. The double jeopardy rule only applies when the accused person is charged with the same crime, more than once, in the same court system. State and federal courts are not in the same court system.Whatever act was carried out, clearly violated both a state and federal statute, thus the individual can be charged for the same act in both court systems. The defendant was convicted both times and sentenced to a term of probation by both courts.
What is a mistorminor?
A misdemeanor is a lesser criminal offense that a person can be charged with. Misdemeanors are not as serious as being charged with a felony.
If a person is accused of a federal crime can they force anyone to testify in their trial?
The accused's attorney can subpoena anyone they think may assist their case.
How would you describe a defendant in a criminal case?
A DEFENDANT - In criminal cases is the person accused/charged with the crime.
What term refers to a written statement of the essential facts about an offense charged against an accused person?
indictment
