Criminal cases

A criminal case is a court proceeding where a person is charged with a crime by the government. The government, or prosecutor, must prove the defendant's guilt "beyond a reasonable doubt". If the defendant is found guilty, they may face jail or prison time.

Here are some steps in a criminal case:

• Arrest: The police officer must inform the arrested person of the charges.
• Arraignment: The defendant is usually informed of their rights, such as the right to an attorney, and the judge enters a plea of not guilty. This usually happens within 48 hours of the arrest.
• Trial: The government presents evidence to prove the defendant's guilt.

Criminal cases typically involve serious crimes like murder, rape, arson, robbery, and assault.

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