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In the book "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers, Steve Harmon is the character accused of being involved in the robbery where Mr. Nesbitt is killed. Steve is on trial and faces the possibility of being convicted for the crime.
Someone is accused "of" a crime.
Every single one of the US presidents was accused of a crime
These are rights intended for individuals accused for a crime.
These are rights intended for individuals accused for a crime.
he was accused of killing the prince in the tower
accused - yes; convicted - no
Yes.
A speedy trial or court date should happen for a person accused of a crime. It is not legal to drag things out for the accused.
According to the Fifth Amendment, a person accused of a crime is entitled to due process of law.
In the book "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers, one can compare and contrast the characters of Steve Harmon and James King. Both are accused of a crime, but Steve is perceived as innocent and struggles with his internal thoughts and conscience, while James appears more hardened and disconnected from the gravity of his situation. The contrast lies in their attitudes toward their roles in the crime and how they cope with being accused.
Being accused of a major crime means that you are being accused of doing something really bad, criminally. This can range from theft to assaulting someone.