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Differences Between Civil Infractions, Misdemeanors, and Felonies?

April 4th, 2017
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William Barabino
CIVIL INFRACTION: A civil infraction is a minor violation. Many traffic violations are civil infractions, such as speeding and running a red light. The punishment for a civil infraction is usually a fine. The fine may be a modest amount of money, but…
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Tags: Civil, Criminal, Felonies, Felony, Misdemeanor

Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

May 26th, 2016
Posted By
William Barabino
Most of us are familiar with the term, GUILTY BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT. It is the standard of proof required to convict someone criminally in the United States. In any trial, the judge who presides over the trial explains to the jury members a numbe…
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Tags: Bench Trial, Beyond Reasonable Doubt, Criminal, Guilty, Jury Trial, Standard of Proof, What is Beyond Reasonable Doubt
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