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The defendant does not have the right to be told of the charges against himher?
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∙ 9y ago
Yes, in the US justice system the defendant always must be told what he or she is charged with.
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Relationship between dismissal of charges and a defendant's right to a speedy trial?
If the charges against you were dismissed, (that means they "went away" just tlike they never existed), then you don't have a trial, speedy or otherwise.
Can you drop charges on someone who is a passenger in a grand thief auto?
No. Individuals do not have the right to "press" or "drop" criminal charges. If you have reason to believe that the crime should not be prosecuted, report your information to the police, to the defendant, and/or to the attorney representing the defendant.
What federal constitutional protections are guaranteed a defendant accused of a crime?
You have the rights listed below: # You have the right to remain silent # Anything you say can and may be used against you in the court of law # You have the right to have an attorney # If you can not afford one, one will be appointed to you
Why do attorneys represent defendants?
All defendants are entitled to a presumption of innocence and a defense against their charges. Some defense attorneys are motivated by the ideals of the law, some do it for money - some do it for both.
Does a defendant's have the right to a copies of all evidence against them like police reports video's etc?
Yes.
What amendment from the constitution states the right to be informed of charges against you?
Sixth amendment
When can you pet your cat after giving himher frontline flea treatment?
right away. Just wash your hands after.
How is a preliminary hearing different from a grand jury?
Although grand juries and trial juries are both made up of average people who were called for jury duty, they serve entirely different purposes. A grand jury helps determine whether charges should be brought against a suspect, while a trial jury renders a verdict at the criminal trial itself. Put differently, a grand jury hands down an indictment at the beginning of a case, while a trial jury decides guilt or innocence at the very end (not counting the appeal process).
What rights does a criminal defendant have?
The use of the word "defendant" implies that the individual is already under arrest and has been charged. In that case: They have the right to counsel, to be confronted by the witnesses against them, and to be tried by a jury of their peers. If convicted, they have the right to expect NO cruel or unusual punishment.
Did every civilization under roman rule have the same rules and laws?
Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.Yes, the Romans ruled uniformly under Roman law. The provincials also had the right to bring charges against a former governor if they felt he had abused the law.
If i am accused of a criminal offense i have the right to know all my charges against me?
Yes, also a lawyer, and that you don't have to testify against yourself.
Which Amendment of the US Constitution gives you the right to know the charges brought against you and to question witnesses who bring evidence against you?
The sixth amendment.
