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Definition of prosecution in criminal justice system?
The prosecution represents the government in a criminal case. They are responsible for proving that the accused committed the crime. If they fail to prove it, the accused goes free.
What might call for transferring a case from the juvenile justice system to criminal court?
The crime depends on thatAdditional: By use of the term "criminal court" it will be assumed that the questioner is referring to the 'adult' criminal system.As stated above it will depend on the age of the minor who committed the offense and the seriousness of the crime they committed.
What is a judicial definition of crime?
A crime is a criminal act committed with a criminal intent.
What is a person who committed a crime?
A criminal.
How would you describe a defendant in a criminal case?
A DEFENDANT - In criminal cases is the person accused/charged with the crime.
When a crime is committed?
Two elements are necessary for a crime to occur. A crime is consumated (committed) when (1) a criminal act, (2) done with a criminal intent, takes place.
Could a 10 year old be accused for criminal offense?
It depends on what the offense you committed was, and whether or not there is a 'statute of limitations' on its enforcement in that particular state.
When is a crime actually committed?
Two elements are necessary for a crime to occur. A crime is consumated (committed) when (1) a criminal act, (2) done with a criminal intent, takes place.
How do you define criminal?
A criminal is a lawbreaker or offender of the law; someone who has committed a crime.
What is a ciminal defense attorney?
A criminal defense attorney is the guy that is appointed to defend someone that is being accused of a crime. A criminal defense attorney is very important. They are the people that are appointed to make sure that people accused of a crime are given a fair trial.
Which burden of proof convicted the accused?
The burden of proof is BELIEF, BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT, that the accused committed the crime.
What must the prosecution prove to secure a guilty verdict in a criminal trial?
In a criminal trial, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant committed the crime they are accused of. This includes presenting evidence and convincing the jury or judge that the defendant is guilty.
