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Can a person be sued in tort and also charged in criminal court?
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Yes, perhaps the most well known case of that happening is the OJ Simpson situation where he was found not guilty in a criminal case of murdering his ex-wife and another man, and he was found civilly liable for their deaths. For information on the civil and criminal processes please see the related links below.
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Is giving a false statement as a witness a criminal offense?
Yes you can be charged with obstruction of justice. If the false statements are given in court or under oath, you could also be charged with perjury.
If you stab someone in self defense will you be charged?
Sure, you can be arrested for murder, if the stabbed person dies. You can also be tried for murder. "Self Defense" is a legal defense to a criminal charge of murder. Self Defense is a defense to a criminal charge and in a criminal trial. It has nothing to do with being arrested.
Can a tort also be a crime?
Yes, a tort can also be a crime. For example, if someone commits assault (a tort) against another person, it can also be charged as a criminal offense by the state. This means that the person may face both civil liability for the tort and criminal prosecution for the crime.
Who can be charged with perjury?
State's Attorney or the U.S. Attorney, whichever court the perjury was commited in.
What can I find out if I get a criminal background check on someone?
A criminal background check can reveal information such as the person's criminal record, including arrests, convictions, court records, warrants, and sometimes even incarceration history. It may also include information on sex offender registry status, misdemeanors, felonies, and other offenses. Keep in mind that the information available varies depending on the jurisdiction and the type of background check conducted.
Can a plaintiff be charged with contempt of court if they lied in the suit?
You could be charged with perjury (making a false statement). You will be asked if your claim is accurate, and if you lie, you could also be charged with contempt of court.
Has anyone ever been criminly charged for not paying rent?
Not paying rent is a civil matter in the U.S., and I do not believe that it will incur criminal charge in any state. However, defying a rent paying related court order may get one criminally charged. Disorderly conduct at the civil court can also have one sent to jail.
What is criminal justus?
Criminal Justice is the system in every country or jurisdiction of ensuring that a person who commits a crime is brought before the court and given the proper punishment for his offense. It also ensures that a person has a fair and impartial trial if he is accused of committing a crime.
What type of crimes does the International Criminal Court deal with?
The International Criminal Court deals with cases of genocide or crimes against humanity. This Criminal Court which came into being on July 1, 2002, also hears cases of war crimes.
What if you are arrested due to a untrue police report?
If you are arrested due to an untrue police report, the person that made the report can be arrested and charged with filing a false police report. You would in turn be the victim in the case. The police may or may not need you as a witness in the false report case. You may also have grounds to sue the person that made the false report in civil court. Remember that even if the person is found not guilty in criminal court, they can still be sued.
Can a person who was arrested sue the the person who had him arrested just to get back his bail money he had to pay?
Yes the person can be sued for damages and compensation if a false or fabricated case is filed in the court. Criminal proceeding can also be initiated against him.
Can a person be charged with manslaughter for causing a miscarriage in an automobile accident?
Depends upon the state laws, they might also find themselves in civil court for wrongful death.
