"One interesting aspect of the appeal to ignorance is that the same appeal can be used to support two conclusions that are diametrically opposed to each other. Thisparadoxis a telltale clue that appeals to ignorance involve flawed reasoning. It is easy to see what is wrong with appeals to i...
When it comes to the criminal justice funnel, the type of crime matters. Researchers have shown that generally, there is a much higher chance of a murder leading to an arrest, an arrest leading to a conviction, and a conviction leading to imprisonment than for other types of crimes. The c...
Why Does a Different Judge in Your Criminal Appeal Matter? The specific judges reviewing your criminal appeal can significantly influence the outcome of your case. Each judge’s judicial philosophy is shaped by their background, experience, and ideological leanings. For example, a judge with...
What is the criminal jurisdiction of the Supreme Court? How are trial and appellate courts similar? What is an Article III court? How many judges are on the Utah Court of Appeals? How long do district court judges serve? What were the court findings in Schenck v. United States?
What is Truth in Sentencing? Discussion Comments Byanon330031— On Apr 13, 2013 What do I face with a felony evading charge? Byanon275889— On Jun 20, 2012 I'm trying to find out if I have a criminal record. I was in trouble with the law in 2007 for theft. I was released on th...
What is the Difference Between Criminal Law and Civil Law? What is a Defendant? Discussion Comments ByMilhil7— On Jun 09, 2011 @ramcatluvr - The respondent definition is the same in the case of a restraining order. The petitioner is the person who has asked for the order and the respo...
What is the standard of proof in civil court? The preponderance of the evidence. 9 What is the standard of proof in criminal court? Beyond a reasonable doubt. 9 What are typical outcomes in civil court? Monetary compensation or injunctions. 9 Can you appeal a civil court decision? Yes, ...
The court of original jurisdiction is where a lawsuit is tried for the first time. In the United States, the trial court system is broad, with different courts for different types of disputes. There are criminal trial courts andbankruptcytrial courts, family trial courts andcivil trialcourts. ...
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More generally, in the context of a body of law generating significant controversy, a model law should contain a clear articulation of what its framers appeal to for legitimacy. Concern is expressed that one way of seeking legitimacy while not addressing the problem of crimes against distinctively...