Sentences with phrase «included in criminal trials»

Even after they heard there was a problem, many didn't have the scientific background to understand what could be included in criminal trials.

Not exact matches

Mr. Siegal's other client successes include securing a 2016 trial victory in federal court defending Marvel Entertainment against a claim that it stole a patent - holder's design for a Spiderman role play web - shooting toy, and numerous federal and state appellate arguments in criminal and civil matters.

The Post's Spencer Hsu: «The federal judge overseeing the criminal trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and business partner Rick Gates imposed a gag order in the case Wednesday, ordering all parties, including potential witnesses, not to make statements that might prejudice jurors.

The federal judge overseeing the criminal trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and business partner Rick Gates imposed a gag order in the case Wednesday, ordering all parties, including potential witnesses, not to make statements that might prejudice jurors.

«A number of the witnesses who gave evidence to the inquiry spoke about practices which, if proved following due process including a criminal trial, might well amount to a crime in Scots law,» he said.

Cuomo proposed a series of criminal justice reforms, including eliminating cash bail for many low - level offenses; pursuing legislation that would cut back on time defendants are held in custody before trial; and reducing the use of solitary confinement in state prisons.

Judge Pamela K. Chen of the Federal District Court in Brooklyn ordered a postponement of the Republican congress member's criminal trial until Feb. 2 to give his defense team time to examine evidence gathered by the prosecution, including tape recorded conversations with potential witnesses.

The final budget deal, as expected, did not include a range of non-fiscal matters, including extending the statute of limitations in child abuse cases, school safety measures, gun control, relaxing certain criminal bail requirements and any bolstering of ethics and campaign finance laws in reaction to what has become an annual parade of Albany corruption cases, including two major trials this year of people with close ties to Cuomo.

«This is a problem that faces us relating to a handful of people in this country including Abu Qatada whereby you've got intelligence but not evidence that can be used in a criminal trial.

«The public has an interest in what goes on in criminal trials, which includes both the evidence that's admitted and the evidence that's excluded, for whatever reason,» she said.

This approach could prove useful in a number of areas, including medical clinical trials, criminal profiling, airport screening, making sure patients are taking medications, and environmental exposure studies, said study senior author Pieter Dorrestein.

She is a former deputy district attorney in Portland, Oregon who now teaches criminal law at Hofstra Law School and serves as a legal and trial commentator for radio and TV programs, including Court TV.

As a trial attorney, he handled all sorts of criminal cases in state and federal court and he has represented approximately 30 people charged with homicide, including several who have faced the death penalty.

Petrocelli has a national trial practice representing clients in major litigation in a wide variety of areas, including sports, entertainment, intellectual property, unfair competition, business torts, securities, employment law, and criminal defense.

(7) records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes, but only to the extent that the production of such law enforcement records or information (A) could reasonably be expected to interfere with enforcement proceedings, (B) would deprive a person of a right to a fair trial or to an impartial adjudication, (C) could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy, (D) could reasonably be expected to disclose the identity of a confidential source, including a State, local or foreign agency or authority or any private institution which furnished information on a confidential basis, and, in the case of a record or information compiled by criminal law enforcement authority in the course of a criminal investigation or by an agency conducting a lawful national security intelligence investigation, information furnished by a confidential source, (E) would disclose techniques and procedures for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law, or (F) could reasonably be expected to endanger the life or physical safety of any individual; [the law enforcement exemption]

The Supreme Court of Canada will hear five appeals this week, including three criminal cases involving driving «over 80» and production of evidence; an unjust enrichment claim; and an appeal in a sexual assault case in which the Court of Appeal of Alberta had found that a trial judge had erred by relying on a stereotype about the behaviour of sexual assault victims.

From the year 2000, the SCC established that the absolute content of the right to a fair trial (Article 24 (2) of the Constitution) included the right to be physically present at the hearing in criminal proceedings related to serious offences.

A Vermont native raised in Burlington, Lucas has extensive experience in criminal law and civil litigation, with courtroom experience that includes over 30 jury trials.

The diversity of Andy's law practice is reflected in the variety of courses he has taught as a long - time member of the University of Maryland School of Law's adjunct faculty, including Torts, Criminal Law, Evidence, Civil Procedure, Trial Practice, and Appellate Advocacy.

Mr. Vacchio has substantial experience in complex commercial litigation and trial work including Contract, Trade Secret, Business Torts, Real Estate, Construction, Environmental and Criminal matters.

In eleven chapters, Professor Sheppard addresses practical topics of interest to both trial and appellate level clerks, including court personnel and their functions, how to read a docket, the civil and criminal litigation processes, and ethical concerns.

Scott has become a larger presence in Ontario through his volunteer efforts that include assisting elementary school mock trials and as a panelist for many criminal justice related discussions.

Topics in the 2016 Edition include: Special Considerations in Representing Noncitizen Defendants, Federal Firearms Offenses, International and Foreign Law, Crime in Indian Country, Federal Sex Offenses, Common Constitutional Issues that Arise During Trial, International Border - Crossing Offenses, Mental Health Issues in Federal Criminal Practice, Evidence, Prosecutorial Misconduct, Plea Agreements, the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and more!

Mr. Cooper's experience includes over three decades of extensive trial practice in state and federal courts, before administrative agencies and licensing boards and in arbitration in the areas of complex civil disputes and criminal defense.

She has represented numerous individuals in both the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York in both criminal and civil matters and has experience in all phases of the litigation process in white collar and federal criminal matters, as well as government and internal investigations, including pre-indictment advocacy, grand jury investigations, complex bail proceedings, pretrial motions, motions in limine, jury selection, trials, sentencing, restitution, forfeiture, and other post-conviction proceedings.

It includes analysis on emerging issues in federal criminal law and practical advice on navigating challenging issues at all stages of federal criminal proceedings, from the bail hearing through trial and appeal.

He had also achieved great amounts of success that included securing an acquittal at trial for a client charged with possessing a controlled substance, obtaining a discharge for a client charged with domestic assault when the Crown wanted a conviction and permanent criminal record, and drafting an appeal factum that resulted in the overturning of a conviction for possession of marijuana on grounds that the client's Charter right to speak to a lawyer was violated.

From his office in downtown Minneapolis and in trial courts throughout the region — including North Dakota, South Dakota and Iowa — he provides high - quality, aggressive representation for people facing serious criminal charges such as:

A military judge is always appointed to each court martial, but some courts martial also include a panel, which is roughly the equivalent of a jury in civilan criminal trials (but not the same).

Under the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008, s 55, DCWs were given a wider range of hearings in the magistrates» courts, including the power to conduct contested trials of summary only, non-imprisonable offences.

Formerly a Judge Pro Tem for the Maricopa County Superior Court, Mr. Whiteman is experienced in a wide range of trial court matters, including white - collar and other criminal law matters.

The Summary Convictions Act in turn applied the Criminal Code provisions relating to appeals — including the provision that made every appeal from a Provincial Court decision a trial de novo.

He has handled a wide range of matters in state and federal trial and appellate courts, including white collar criminal defense, business disputes, and commercial real estate cases.

Douglas B. Thayer is a member of the firm's Litigation section with many years of trial experience in civil and criminal litigation involving fraud, embezzlement, and complex financial transactions, including but not limited to, high income complicated marital estates and probate matters.

He has represented clients in felony and misdemeanor criminal trials, family law matters, and a wide range of commercial disputes - including breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, replevin, eviction, and real property issues.

He has conducted pre-indictment investigations and represented clients in grand jury matters and criminal trials involving a range of issues, including:

Fortune 500 companies, corporate executives and high - ranking public officials retain us for representation in internal corporate investigations; government investigations, including grand jury, congressional and inspector general investigations; criminal litigation, including trials and appeals; and related civil and administrative proceedings, including qui tam actions.

His trial experience extends beyond criminal prosecution to include criminal defense, patent litigation, and representation of large corporate clients in the courtroom, as well as the various municipal matters that result in litigation.

During those years, she handled all aspects of litigation in civil and criminal cases, including bench and jury trials, all aspects of motion practice and discovery, settlement and plea agreements, and general legal counseling.

Since the EU included criminal law as a field of cooperation, the UK showed a deep distrust in the fair trial guarantees available in other member states, and demanded additional safeguards.

Some blogging and tweeting has been permitted in Ontario courts, including (I think) the trial of then - mayor Larry O'Brian on criminal charges and the Bandidos murder trial in London.

Soulier assists and represents its clients in corporate law related pre-litigation claims, disputes and trials before commercial, civil and criminal courts and arbitral tribunals, including, but not limited to, in relation to the following:

Fortune 500 companies, corporate executives and high - ranking public officials retain the firm's investigations attorneys for representation in federal and state criminal investigations; congressional and inspector - general investigations; criminal litigation, including trials and appeals; and related civil and administrative proceedings.

Thomas P. Matthews prosecuted over Thousands of cases, including death penalty trials, during his 26 years as a Criminal Defense Attorney in San Diego.

In addition, the practice offers significant experience in class actions and complex commercial litigation, including civil and criminal cases before juries and judges in multiple jurisdictions, avoiding a full trial whenever possible — but successfully trying cases where necessarIn addition, the practice offers significant experience in class actions and complex commercial litigation, including civil and criminal cases before juries and judges in multiple jurisdictions, avoiding a full trial whenever possible — but successfully trying cases where necessarin class actions and complex commercial litigation, including civil and criminal cases before juries and judges in multiple jurisdictions, avoiding a full trial whenever possible — but successfully trying cases where necessarin multiple jurisdictions, avoiding a full trial whenever possible — but successfully trying cases where necessary.

Together, our Meridian lawyers have more than 120 years of experience representing clients in a variety of complex legal matters, including personal injury, personal injury defense, criminal defense, estate planning, and trial work.

New Haven, CT based criminal lawyer Norm Pattis, veteran of 100 + jury trials and high profile criminal defense expert for national media outlets, and the Connecticut criminal defense attorneys of The Pattis & Smith Law Firm have an extraordinary record of positive outcomes in CT felony and CT misdemeanor criminal cases including:

Our Austin criminal defense attorneys have long - standing experience at every level including every criminal trial court in Travis County.

In Zambia, this scarcity has left most criminal defendants, including juveniles, without legal representation, and many face extended periods in remand prison before triaIn Zambia, this scarcity has left most criminal defendants, including juveniles, without legal representation, and many face extended periods in remand prison before triain remand prison before trial.

The subject matters involved in these trials included many complex «white collar» matters, including criminal violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, environmental fraud, health care fraud, obstruction of justice, computer - related crimes, fraud in government subsidy programs, and public corruption.