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A criminal lawyer works on behalf of defendants, or the state, in a crime-related case. Often, they are appointed by the court for people who cannot afford legal counsel so that their rights are protected. The criminal lawyer not only tries cases, but also make all pre-trial appearances. These are important parts of the process, because they frame the issues and evidence that will be used in court. Since many cases never go to trial, this important pre-trial work can often make a tremendous difference in the result for a defendant.

 

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    “You have the right to remain silent.  Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law….” And, so begins many police dramas and legal novels.  Some fans of police dramas believe that a police officer needs to provide every person whom they stop or with whom they speak their Miranda rights.  However, that is not accurate.  The Supreme … more
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