Understanding the Criminal Trial Process No matter if you are facing charges for a misdemeanor or felony, one of the first questions that you might ask is, “What can I expect from the criminal trial process?” Many people find the criminal trial process confusing and even scary. It is helpful to have a good understanding… Read More
People tend to be familiar with how a court trial works. Anyone who watches TV has seen shows like Law and Order, so they are vaguely familiar with how things work in court. However, these shows tend to focus on criminal trials, instead of federal appeals. This is because the trial process simply makes for better… Read More
When the Constitution was written, a lot of care was taken to make sure that the government would not use the criminal justice system to pressure or imprison people who disagreed with it. This is why you have a right to a jury of your peers, and why unreasonable searches and seizures are prohibited. It… Read More