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Outline why for more serious crimes there is a requirement that a defendant must be proven to have both actus reus and the mens rea before conviction.?
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Explain also, why for less serious crimes parliament has altered the level of mens rea required for conviction?
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Will a conviction stop me getting a visa?
im most cases yes but it depends where you want to go and how serious the conviction
Can FEDERAL offenders get their teaching certification?
That depends on how serious was the conviction.
Penalty for 10 counts receiving stolen guns?
Depends on the exact charge, the history of the defendant, and what sentence the judge imposes. If YOU are the defendant, and you were wondering if you need a lawyer, the answer is yes. That is a serious crime that can carry serious jail time.
Can you appeal a judge's decision in federal court after sentencing?
Yes, unless you've given up your right of appeal as part of the terms of a plea bargain or for another reason, the defendant can appeal or file for post-conviction relief. In order to appeal, the defendant (appellant) must be able to demonstrate that a serious legal error was made at the trial level, and/or that the evidence didn't support the conviction, and/or that a relevant law is unconstitutional as written or as applied. Most criminal appeals are brought on the basis of a plain error.
Means that the defendant does not admit guilt but will not fight the prosecutions case?
This is called the plea of no contest, or legally known as nolo contendere. However, some states do not allow no contest pleas for more serious crimes. In this case the defendant makes what is called an Alford plea, which is a plea of guilty but in the best interest of the defendant, not because the defendant is guilty.
Can you expunge a domestic violence conviction in Ohio?
In theory, any criminal conviction can be expunged. Actually doing it is something else again. Courts are generally reluctant to expunge any record unless there is a clear showing that the original conviction was unjust, or a long period of good conduct has passed with no further criminal actions recorded. The more serious the violation/conviction, the longer one has to show good conduct and the more reluctant a court will be to expunge a conviction. Domestic violence is a serious offense, and courts are very reluctant to expunge these for any reason.
How long does a petty theft conviction stay on your record in Wisconsin?
Every criminal conviction stays on your record until it is removed. Most crimes, except the most serious felonies, can be removed by having them expunged.
What was a major disagreement in the constitutional conviction?
The most serious disagreement was that if they signed the constitution it may have cause another fight(war).
You were convicted of spousal abuse in California the court imposed 15 days in jail and 3 years formal probation with fines - Is this a serious misdemeanor?
Yes, it is a serious misdemeanor. You are fortunate that you did not receive a felony conviction.
What is a conviction?
Generally, a felony conviction is one for which you can receive in excess of one year imprisonment.A Felony is a serious crime in the United states and other common law areas, So being convicted of a felony is a just being accused of a crime.
Why is a felony worse than a misdemeanor?
A felony is a more serious crime. Conviction of a felony will get you more time in jail and it will have an effect on your civil rights.
Which is a judge most likely to do when concerned that a defendant will commit another serious crime if released on bail?
have the defendant held without the option of bail
