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The Criminal Law Process
Criminal Law Defenses: Self-Defense
Self-defense laws justify one's use of necessary and reasonable force to defend against an imminent threat of harm. A person facing charges for harming or killing their attacker can claim self-defense to avoid criminal liability. ... READ MORE
Defendant's Release on Bail With Conditions
Bailing out of jail comes with a set of rules that defendants must abide by or risk returning to a jail cell. Learn about the most common conditions imposed by judges for pretrial release. ... READ MORE
Plea Bargains and Guilty Pleas
Plea bargaining is the most common way criminal cases are resolved. But justice might not always be served. ... READ MORE
House Arrest and Ankle Monitors: How Home Detention Works and When It’s Used
If you’re charged with a crime or have already been convicted, you may be able to avoid jail or shorten your sentence with home detention. But the fees for ankle monitors can be steep, and you could wind up behind bars for violating the rules—even for letting the batteries run down. ... READ MORE
Petty Theft and Shoplifting
Petty theft and shoplifting can quickly increase from minor misdemeanors to felony-level offenses. Learn how these penalties can add up. ... READ MORE
Is a Nolo Contendere Plea the Same as a Guilty Plea?
A no contest or nolo contendere plea means you won’t officially admit guilt but you accept the punishment. Learn why this distinction matters. ... READ MORE
Delaying or Getting a Continuance in a Criminal Case
If you're the defendant in a criminal case, how do you ask the judge for extra time to find an attorney, hire a witness, or prepare for a hearing or trial? Learn what reasons may justify getting the judge to push back a court date and how a defendant makes this request. ... READ MORE
How to Post Bail and Get Out of Jail: What You Need to Know
If you get arrested for committing a crime, you’re innocent until proven guilty—right? Well, it might not feel that way if you’re sitting in jail. If you want to get out jail while awaiting trial, you’ll typically need to post bail or convince a judge to cut you loose without bail. ... READ MORE
Criminal Discovery: The Right to Evidence Disclosure
The defense is entitled to know about the prosecution’s case before trial. Called "criminal discovery," both sides must share certain information in an effort to conduct a fair trial. ... READ MORE
The Parole Process: An Early Release From Prison
Parole isn't exactly a "get out of jail free" card. But even with conditions, it beats remaining inside. ... READ MORE
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