Defenses to Criminal Charges
Find out what the various defenses to criminal charges entail.
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You've probably heard of many defenses to criminal prosecution, but do you know exactly what they mean? Here you'll learn about ways defendants can escape conviction, from alibi to immunity to self-defense.
Articles on Defenses to Crimes
Some defenses apply to all crimes; others depend on the charges.
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Defenses to Criminal Charges
Here are some of the common defenses that criminal defendants can raise to defend against criminal charges. -
Immunity in Exchange for Testimony
There are two kinds of immunity, one more common than the other.
Questions About Defenses
More on defenses to charges.
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What is an alibi?
An alibi can be an effective defense to a criminal charge, but how does it work? -
What is entrapment?
Entrapment happens when police officers coerce or induce someone into committing a crime. Learn more. -
What does 'tolling' the statute of limitations mean?
Tolling is like pressing "pause." -
When do prosecutors grant immunity? What does an immunity grant mean for the witness?
Prosecutors offer immunity when a witness can help them or law enforcement make a case. Once they grant it, certain rules come into play. -
What are the limitations on grants of immunity?
An immunity grant can be a welcome development for a witness, but it isn't necessarily a shield from any and all prosecution.
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