Under criminal law,  what is the difference between admissions and confessions?
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I would agree somewhat with Aggie, but I think he's confusing a "stipulation" (where both sides agree to the same facts) with "admission."\nAn "admission" is any statement by a party, usually that is against the party's interest.  "Admissions" do not necessarily constitute an admission by a party (including the criminal defendant) that they are guilty or liable, but can constitute evidence of such.  Admissions are generally exceptions to the "hearsay" rule, which prevent testimony about out of court statements offered for the truth of the matter asserted. \n\nA "stipulation" is a fact both sides in litigation have agreed is true (Aggie's explanation)\nA "confession" is a statement, usually in writing, and usually to a police officer, that the defendant committed a crime. For example:\n\nImagine a man charged with breaking into a home -- burglary.\n\nAn admission: Neighbor of the man asks the man the next day about his brand new Rolex.  The man says: "Oh, well, I just 'picked it up' last night!"\n\n\nA confession: The man is arrested, and signs a paper saying "On March 15, 2006 at 11:35, I broke the window in 742 Evergreen Terrace, entered the house without the owner's permission, and took property inside, including a new men's Rolex watch."\n\nA stipuation: Before going to trial, the parties stipulate that the man did not own a Rolex watch on February 1, 2006, but did own a Rolex watch on March 18, 2006. \n(The parties could also stipulate that the streetlight was out; that at the time of the crime, it was dark and there was no moon, that the defendant's fingerprints were or were not found at the scene, etc.)
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There is a difference between an arrest and a conviction.  Depending on the severity of the the offense, (if it constitutes a felony charge,) they may have the grounds to deny your admission especially if there are more or similarly qualified individuals who do not have felony convictions.  More likely it would just < your chances.\nInsurance costs a lot these days and I'm not sure that colleges look favorably on things that might increase their liability.  Suppose you get into another alcohol-related incident while you're on campus, and someone gets hurt?  Why should the college risk it?  You already demonstrated\n\n1.  You may have a problem with alcohol.\n2.  You were irresponsible enough to get behind the wheel of a car, which under the wrong circumstances can become a deadly weapon,\n3.  And your intoxication was severe enough to be noticed by the police.
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Usually, there is a specific form that you attach with whatever court pleadings are involved. Most state courts provide free copies of the form, either on their court website or at the courthouse.\n\nThe declaration is basically a series of statements, usally sworn under oath and/or notarized (depending on the local court rules) that set forth the facts required to support the application. Again, most court websites or court clerks can provide you with an information packet that describes what you need.
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A priest is bound by Canon law to hear a confession :\n\nIn reply your question, first of all I find it difficult for a priest to refuse hearing someone's confession. What do you mean by a "closed" confessional...I presume a door or screen?\n\nCanon 986 of the Code of Canon Law makes it clear that priests are to hear the confessions of the faithful "when they reasonably ask for it." Here's the canon:\n\nCanon 986.1 "All to whom the care of souls is committed by reason of an office are obliged to provide that the confessions of the faithful entrusted to their care be heard when they reasonably ask to be heard and that the opportunity be given to them to come to individual confession on days and hours set for their convenience."\n\nAs to the place, Canon 964.1 states, "The proper place to hear sacramental confessions is a church or an oratory (chapel)." 964.3 states, "Confessions are not to be heard outside the confessional without a just cause."\n\nSo there it is! If a priest chooses not to hear a confession in a closed confessional, it is his choice, however, the sense of the canon law seems to be that he should not refuse and every priest is bound to the seal of confession no matter where it is heard.\n\n\nHope this is helpful. Father Arnister
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This is something the Catholic church has no revelation of.  There is no need for confessionals.  God said to confess to Him and if you have done wrong to another person, then confess to them as well.
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The appointment of counsel is done in criminal cases, either Misdemeanor or Felony. The Right to Counsel stems from the case, Miranda v. Arizona (1969) and is at the discretion of the individual being arrested or interviewed by law enforcement. Once the individual requests counsel or "lawyers up", all question by law enforcement must stop immediately. Anything said after the individual invokes his/her right to counsel, anything that is said if introduced at trial can be suppressed.
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The order is indictment, conviction, then sentencing - it's usually only a week or two between conviction and sentencing depending on the type case. Often same day for lesser charges.
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It depends on the intent when the crime was committed. Ex. Murder one is premeditated with malicious intent.
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Maybe it's Innocent.\nOr try these other legal terms to help:\n\nPlea: An accused persons answer to a criminal charge. For example: not guilty; guilty; no contest.\n\nAcquittal: Judgement that a criminal defendant has not been proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.\n\nNolo contendere: No contest-has the same effect as a\nplea of guilty, as far as the criminal sentence is concerned, but may not be considered as an admission of guilt for any other purpose.\n\nHope it helps!
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innocent to be locked up.  if someone has a propensity for criminal behavior, there is a chance they will meet justice eventually.
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Criminal= state files charges\nCivil= people sue each other
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Do you just have charges or did you get convicted/plead guilty or no contest?\n\nIf you have only charges and expect to be found "not guilty," (or won't get convicted until you're accepted) then you have nothing to worry about.\n\nIf you've been found guilty (or pled guilty or no contest), then you are going to have some trouble at the top-end schools if you don't have a lot of money.  If this is the case, I'd suggest looking up PrincetonReview.com list of Top Reefer Schools in the US (Bard College in NY is a pretty decent, albeit expensive, school) and explain how you've learned from your mistakes (if you haven't learned, pretend you have) and how you're a changed person.  If you're not picky about what college you go to, just go to a less prestigious one that won't really care.\n\nYou also won't qualify for any federal financial aid if you've been convicted (criminal drug offense conviction make you ineligible for federal aid for one year).\n\nWhile a misdemeanor conviction is less serious than a felony conviction, most top-notch schools aren't going to like it, regardless of you SAT scores or grades or anything else.  \n\nMost schools I know of ask if you've ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony by a court of law, and if yes, to explain.  A few actually do run background checks; lying on this question will assure you a rejection letter and they can withdraw acceptance (or expel you) if they find out later.
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Guilty.  Sometimes Not Guilty.\n\nWhat exactly were you trying to find out?
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You have to look at the entire pleading in context.  Unless the pleading is verified under penalty of perjury, none of the allegations can be grounds for perjury.  Furthermore, you need to look at the specific nature of the allegations and the qualifiers.  If the declaration alleges something based on "information and belief" as opposed to personal knowledge, that doesn't support a charge of perjury if determined to be false.  Finally, the phrase "believes and avers" might have a specific meaning under the laws of your state that might be unique.
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Yes, when posting in a public place or forum anything you say or type can be used to prosicute you in criminal court. However you can not be held liable civily...\n\nThe only reason it would not be wise to post an admittance of guilt to a criminal act is because privacy on this site is not expectd... If you could argue what you typed on this site was private you would have a case but in public forums there is no way yu could argue that and win... \n\nBest bet- keep you mouth closed
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There are two basic types of law - criminal or civil.   Within these two designations there are sub-types (ie. civil includes family court, probate court, etc.).\n\nThe main difference between the two is that criminal court allows punishment of the guilty to include incarceration.  Both civil and criminal allow the guilty to pay fines, fees, etc.; but only criminal can put you in lock-up.
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not if you dont mind going to jail. Its a promise to answer the charge, not an admission of anything.