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There is a higher level court than the trial court called the appellate court that hears the arguments. There is usually not testimony during the appeals process. The appellate court is usually made up of several judges and they hear arguments regarding legal issues from the trial. For further information see the related link below.
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What does the jury do in civil cases?
Same as they do in a criminal case - listen to the testimony, the evidence, and the arguments and come to a verdict that they believe is correct.
Which of the following is still a valid reason for denying someone the right to vote in an American election?
criminal conviction
What is the current US conviction rate for criminal offenses?
The current conviction rate for criminal offenses in the United States is approximately 70.
What part of the US Constitution mandate the right to an appeal of a criminal conviction?
What part of the U.S. Constitution mandates the right to an Appeal of a criminal conviction?
What will you get sent to prison for?
Conviction for a criminal act.
Can you get a visa extension if you have a criminal conviction?
Probably not.
How does commission of a criminal offense differ from conviction of a criminal offense?
the commission is the act of doing, a conviction is the act of being found guilty of doing by a court.
Will a contempt of court conviction show on a criminal background check?
Convictions do show up in criminal records checks. That's what they are for.
How does a criminal conviction affect ones ability to adopt kids?
A criminal conviction does not necessarily mean that you cannot adopt a child. If your conviction had nothing to do with offenses against children or violence then you would still be able to adopt.
Is a criminal record the same thing as the criminal complaint?
No, a criminal record is not the same thing as a criminal complaint. A complaint is an accusation, which may or may not result in a conviction. Only a conviction of a crime will result in a criminal record. If someone has complained about you, that does not in itself make you guilty of a crime.
What are criminal courts?
criminal court cases are just specific court cases which deal with the conviction of a criminal...or release.
Can you get into the UK if you have a criminal conviction?
If its been spent, yes.
