When a person is convicted of a crime, the court has to then determine and order their punishment. In the federal court system, judges base their sentencing based on Federal Sentencing Guidelines, mandatory minimum sentencing,…
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Hopefully you’ll never get arrested, but if you do it can be a very difficult experience, but it doesn’t mean it’s the end of the world for you. In this article are some tips to…
Learn about North Carolina's Stand Your Ground law and when you're allowed to use force in self-defense.
A plea bargain speeds up the court process by allowing guilty defendants to admit guilt, and they allow those defendants to receive lower punishments by admitting guilt. Plea deals have become an integral part of…
In federal court, a judge must consider several factors before imposing a sentence. In practice, the factor that receives the most focus throughout the sentencing process is the defendant’s advisory guideline range as prescribed by…