how is this helpful to solve criminal case.
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It helps you establish a pattern of behavior, an 'M.O.' for the suspect.  For example, if they had been stealing cars, wouldn't it be easier to prove beyond a reasonable doubt he was guilty, since he had done it before.  Is it just coincidental that he was in the wrong place at the wrong time 2 times?
557653
This is probably not a white collar crime but its a description of how to commit the perfect crime.
590382
The unknown legal aspects regarding you and your crime are crucial to anyone giving advice regarding your predicament.  Maybe consider a consult with with an attorney who knows your court and will not take your case.  You need legal representation to consider the specifics of your crime and answer your questions.  First be ready to pay their fee and hear their impression.   If not, don't waste your time and money.   \n\nIndications of personal and social stability as well as past legal history are likely key to the very important consideration of your ability to successfully complete probation.  \n\nAfter the judge, the D/A's office can be the best indication of what will happen.  Check out what is happening with others charged with similar crimes.  If the crime has been in the papers and/or is currently considered serious in the context of your county then significant jail time is likely.    Any history of substance abuse, instability, or arrests and convictions usually increases the likelihood of jail or prison time.\n\nIf there was any violence or threat of violence associated with you or any others involved in any aspect of the crime then prison time is likely.
398985
It's a legal term meaning you found a key piece of evidence.  I would guess it comes from an investigation where the police would find a gun that was still hot from being fired after a murder.
658105
Most people today assume that if the authorities say your guilty then you must be.We are finding out...slowly...that this isn't the case.\n\nIn Florida they had a system in place in Broward County(Ft Lauderdale) to clear cases through meetings and staff consultings.What happened was deputies were pinning unsolved burgleries..assults etc on guys already locked up..in exchange for getting an earlier release etc.Total corruption on the cops part...and in 2 trials so far the cops have been let off...makes ya wonder huh
153818
It's impossible to know without knowing the crime or the defendant. Perhaps the defendant was similar to yourself. Prosecutors like to avoid having jurors who can identify with the defendants. Makes for acquittals and hung juries.
552402
You need a criminal attorney as your situation is the result of a criminal matter.
459750
Sure, you could file a civil suit.  If they've been convicted of the crime, you stand a better chance of winning the civil suit.
230780
My friend is a public defender.  Even guilty people have a right to a competent defense.  They need an attorney since the other side has one.  Someone who helps them get a fair deal or plea bargain.  Someone who can help them evaluate the evidence against them and decide if they should plead or go to jury trial.  They have a right to legal advice.  It's a part of our justice system.  You can disagree if you want.  That's just how our laws have evolved.
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evidence that can be proven and shown.  There must be more linking them to the crime than suspicion and someone else merely saying that the person is guilty.  \n\nI would have to see hard evidence proving that the person did it, after all, the court system is set up so that the individual should not have to prove their innocence, but the prosecution has to prove their guilt.
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There may be an on going investigation that you are not aware of.  Please speak to the policeman that you gave the report to and ask for an update.  Sometimes what we think is a done deal, is not enough for our courts to hang someone with.  I'm glad you had the courage and fortitude to do something about it.  Good for you!
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If it can be disclosed to the public then it can be talked about.  Even if it isn't "public information" there are many reasons why they would talk about case information with people that are not law enforcement.  You talk about being in school, are you even 18?  If you are not then I don't think you will be taking any officers to court.
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i wasn't going to answer until i saw catnip's ridiculous reply.\n\nentrapment is a valid defense...  however, it's not what the original asker thinks it is.\n\nentrapment can be used as a defense if government law enforcement officials persuade a person to commit a crime that he did not intend to commit previously.  \n\nin jacobson v. u.s., the supreme court stated:\n"In their zeal to enforce the law, government agents may not originate a criminal design, implant in an innocent person's mind the disposition to commit a criminal act, and then induce commission of the crime so that the government may prosecute. Where the government has induced an individual to break the law and the defense of entrapment is at issue the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that the defendant was disposed to commit the criminal act prior to first being approached by government agents." 503 U.S. 540, 548-49 (U.S. 1992)\n\nso if you were moseying along the streets and an undercover cop goes up to you and starts trying to sell you drugs when all you were intending to do was walk to church, and he persuades you to buy it, then arrests you... entrapment could be a defense.  but if you were looking for drugs in the first place, the cop merely offered an opportunity for you to procure the drugs, and you bite... then... ask him if he's a cop all you want, but he ain't gonna tell you, and you're in deep doodoo.
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Any reputable lawyer won't charge you for a consultation.  You can lay out what happened and he/she'll let you know the best course of action.  Don't forget, they don't just know the law, they also know the cops in town and the judges, so they've got a fairly good idea of what your chances of successfully fighting the charges are.
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I must say that sounds like a good idea. Sometimes the criminal loses a fight and presses charges cause they say the victom could of ran or something stupid. \n\nNice work Jeb!!
619142
This would ordinarily be referred to material evidence.  When the police want something, and they discover it, then they seize it as evidence of a suspected crime.
320781
If someone has enough money, then they can make there case last for a very very long time... But its true public defenders have enough on there plate, and unless they truley think you are guilty you will get somewhat of a speedy trial... But there are way to many ppl. that have to wait in jail, or be out on bond for 1-2+yrs, just waiting... something really should be done..