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Arraignment is the first time a criminal defendant appears in court to enter a plea, argue for bail, and request the appointment of an attorney.
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Completing community service might let you avoid jail, but there are rules. Learn how court-ordered community service works in FindLaw's guide.
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You can appeal a plea bargain if your lawyer or the court made serious errors. Learn about all your options to appeal a guilty plea in FindLaw's guide.
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You can be arrested when an officer personally observes the crime, has probable cause to believe a crime was committed, or they have an arrest warrant.
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Whether or not the death penalty can be applied as a punishment depends on the state. Learn about types of execution, abolishment, and much more at FindLaw's comprehensive state-by-state guide to death penalty laws.
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FindLaw explains probation, covering FAQs on duration, conditions, violations, and legal rights. Learn how probation differs from parole and how to seek legal help.
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The exclusionary rule prevents the admission of evidence obtained from warrantless searches. Learn about its history and exceptions on FindLaw.
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Vehicle searches are an exception to the need for a warrant. FindLaw discusses how the Supreme Court applies the Fourth Amendment in cases involving vehicles.
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Six key exceptions to the Fourth Amendment warrant requirement exist. Learn how these exceptions protect the public and preserve evidence with FindLaw.
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You got a settlement offer from the car insurance company after your accident, but the offer seems too low. This is a common situation, since the whole job of an insurance adjuster involves trying to save their company money. Just because you got a low settlement offer doesn't mean you need to take it. The following article discusses what to do to try to reach a fair agreement.
