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Police Mis-informants

by alvinwriter in Issues, December 18, 2011
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Informants, who also go by the terms “sources of information,” and “cooperating individuals,” among others, frequently play an important role in cases, feeding information to law enforcement during investigations and testifying in court for the prosecution. But there is a major problem with informants. They often lie. This seems to be a phenomenon attending incentivized testimony, where the witness is frequently a criminal testifying in exchange for a sentence reduction, a financial reward, or immunity from prosecution. A desperate criminal will go to any lengths to remain free or to reduce prison time.

The Justice System: Time for a Reevaluation?

by jweiherer in Issues, September 24, 2011
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This article looks at the justice system at a whole and analyzes it’s many flaws and faults. It attempts to look at what needs to be done with the justice system to make sure the crime effectively corresponds with the crime.

An Unjust Justice System

by MissAthena in Issues, September 22, 2011
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When innocents are executed without even looking into their innocence, can we really call ourselves just?

A Trial by Jury by D. Graham Burnett: Some Generalizations About Jury Trials

by emilykav in Law, September 3, 2011
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A review of the text A Trial by Jury by D. Graham Burnett coupled with generalizations about jury trials and the justice system. Includes the difference between the public’s perception of a trial and what the members of the jury experience.

Justice System, Constitution and People: A View

by mdrkarim7 in Issues, July 26, 2011
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Justice System and Constitution of a country are more or less pro-people and generally accepted. But the latest amendment and re-drafting of constitution of Bangladesh was really cast doubt.

How Does The Jury Come Up with Their Verdict?

by Iramble in Issues, July 22, 2011
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Should feelings be part of the jury’s verdict?

DNA Proof No Help in Paternity Cases

by Tommy Thomas in Crime, July 14, 2011
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DNA evidence has completely changed the way we prosecute criminals. Men wrongfully accused of being a criminal have been completely exonerated. So why is it that men who have been wrongfully accused of being a father, get no such break?

Casey Anthony: New Identity After Jail Release?

by Kathy Mann in Crime, July 13, 2011
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Caey Anthony was found guilty of four counts of telling lies to police investigators. They spent months looking for little Caylee. Anthony was not convicted of killing or harming her daughter. Now, she is, supposedly, going
into seclution after her release from jail.

Legally Stunned: Employer to Compensate Employee for Stealing

by LadyElena in Work, February 18, 2011
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Sometimes, the Justice system never makes sense.

All Hail The Hero Granny!

by lolontka in Crime, February 9, 2011
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A 71 year old grandmother defeats robbery and how it reflects on today’s society and our justice system.

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