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Criminal Law
In-depth discussion of common crimes and possible defenses. Explanation of defendants' constitutional rights, description of the process from arrest to trial and beyond, overview of the juvenile justice system, and more.
Police questioning, search & seizure, street frisks, car searches.
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When and How to Invoke Your Right to Silence
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Miranda Rights: What Happens If Police Don't 'Read Your Rights'
What really happens if police don't give Miranda warnings to a suspect.
All about criminal cases, from arrest all the way through appeal.
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Bail: Getting Out of Jail After Arrest
Crucial info about trying to get out of custody. -
How Innocent Defendants Handle Criminal Charges
The filing of charges doesn’t always mean that you’ll have to duke it out at trial.
If you've been arrested and charged with a crime, you'll need a lawyer. Learn about free legal representation and private criminal defense lawyers here.
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Do I Need a Lawyer When I'm Charged with a Crime?
Defendants charged with crimes are almost always best served by obtaining a lawyer. Find out why. -
Using a Private Criminal Defense Attorney
Learn about hiring and working with your defense attorney.
All about proving and disproving guilt in a criminal trial.
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Access to Police Personnel Files for Criminal Defendants
Defendants who can show that an officer's past misconduct may be relevant to their defense can sometimes get access to confidential personnel files. -
The Prohibition Against Double Jeopardy
The Double Jeopardy Clause applies in several scenarios, some more obvious than others.
Want to know about specific offenses? Look here.
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Disorderly Conduct and Public Intoxication
Learn about the crimes of disorderly conduct, public intoxication, and disturbing the peace, and the possible punishment that goes with them. -
Murder vs. Manslaughter: State of Mind
A reckless but unintentional killing is usually either involuntary manslaughter or second degree murder. Determining which can be tough.
Learn about the long-term effects of convictions and what you can do about them.
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Expunging or Sealing an Adult Criminal Record
You may be able to seal arrest or conviction records. Here's how. -
Can a conviction for a noncitizen lead to deportation?
It sure can, but it doesn't always.
When it comes to crime, kids usually go through a different process than adults. But they still have to face consequences.
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Juvenile Court: An Overview
The basics of juvenile court when a youth or minor commits a crime. -
Sealing Juvenile Court Records
Most states let you seal or expunge records of certain juvenile offenses, essentially wiping them off the books.
Updates & More from Nolo
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Criminal Law & Crimes
See Nolo's site, CriminalDefenseLawyer.com, to get free legal information on many different crimes, their penalties, and possible defenses. -
Nolo's Blog
Want to learn about developments in criminal law, or simply read about fascinating cases? Check out the criminal law section of the official Nolo blog. -
Legal Updates
Check out recent legal updates that affect our criminal law products and content.
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