Criminal law
Articles about criminal law, such as how to defend yourself against criminal charges, what to do if you are arrested, and how to find a criminal lawyer.
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Section 311 of the Code of Criminal Procedure | The power to call witnesses shall be invoked when it is necessary for a just decision to be made: the Supreme Court
[ad_1] The Supreme Court recently allowed a request by a witness under Section 311 of the Code of Criminal Procedure seeking to be called back for questioning. The court allowed the appeal noting that in his initial testimony, there was no opportunity for him to present certain facts, which became relevant after cross-examination of the expert witness. The court cited…
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Menaka Guruswamy on Centre’s Criminal Law Bills: Weakening the guardrails of criminal law
[ad_1] News opinion columns Menaka Guruswamy on Centre’s Criminal Law Bills: Weakening the guardrails of criminal law beloved With a vague definition and lack of procedural safeguards, the inclusion of organized crime in general criminal law not only puts ordinary citizens at risk, but also jeopardizes the rule of law and the right to a fair trial. State law reform…
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Louisiana lawmakers considering allowing parole for some murderers | Louisiana
[ad_1] Baton Rouge, Louisiana – A legislative task force convened for the first time this week to examine changes to state law to allow for the possibility of parole for certain second-degree murders. The task force stems from legislation introduced last session by Sen. Mark Abraham, R-Lake Charles, that aims to give judges some discretion in sentencing second-degree murders, which…
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A man whose previous murder sentence was reduced faces new criminal charges
[ad_1] Updated: 3:37 p.m The Dakota County District Attorney’s office charged Meon Burrell, 37, with illegal gun and drug possession after a recent traffic stop in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Burrell is banned from possession of firearms after his 2008 conviction in the murder of Tisha Edwards. An 11-year-old girl who was shot while sitting in her Minneapolis home in 2002. Burrell…
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[ad_1] Money laundering is something like involving “proceeds of crime” in any matter that appears as untainted money. It’s bedlam. Concealing a false transaction to create a legitimate treasury. The law catches money laundering. Thus, money laundering is a “parasitic” act and therefore cannot arise if there is no crime listed and/or if there are no proceeds of crime. He…
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Qantas has criticized its shady business practices
[ad_1] Australian Competition and Consumer Commission She filed a lawsuit in federal courtIt accused Qantas of “false misleading or deceptive conduct”. The consumer watchdog alleges that Qantas engaged in such behavior when it announced tickets for flights it had already cancelled. The national carrier entered damage control, claiming that it takes the allegations “very seriously” and canceled the expiration dates…
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Ursula: Stop giving criminals a free pass
[ad_1] As we deal with standard violent crime in much of our district, the decision made by the Pierce County Court Commissioner to Release of an accused person without bail Particularly infuriating. On Monday, an undercover deputy noticed a suspicious-looking vehicle in the parking lot of a grocery store. The Kia had a broken window and a temporary license plate.…
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Smith addresses Madison council over witness tampering allegations in ongoing criminal case | News
[ad_1] Madison — Madison City Council convened Wednesday night in special session to discuss the ongoing criminal case against utility supervisor James Lewis and his alleged misappropriation of city resources. According to an official report released in May by state auditor Mike Foley, Lewis is accused of using city equipment, employees, and vehicles in order to complete his personal home,…
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Sex crime prosecutions have improved, but more needs to be done: new research
[ad_1] More than 40 years ago, lawmakers began listening to sexual violence victims, advocates, and activists when they made clear that traditional criminal law and criminal prosecution were not serving them well. in New South Wales, The Offenses (Sexual Assault) Amendment Act 1981 (NSW) It was the first of many laws introduced to address gender biases in the law. This…
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US health officials urge transition to lower risk category (3)
[ad_1] US health officials recommend easing restrictions Marijuanaa move that paves the way for expanding the cannabis market across the country. senior official in Department of Health and Human Services wrote the director of the Drug Enforcement Agency Ann Milgram The call for marijuana to be reclassified as a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act, according to an…
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