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4.2_cj
Question | Answer |
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Probably Cause | A reasonable ground for belief |
Defense | At criminal law, a legal position that allows the defendant to escape criminal liability |
Procedural Defense | Defense based on problems with the way evidence is otained or the way the accused person is arrested, questioned, tried, or punished |
Substantive Defense | Defenses that disprove, justify, or otherwise excuse the alleged crime |
Self-defense | Use of force that appears reasonably necessary for the self-protection of an intended victim |
Immunity | Freedom from prosecution for a crime |
Contempt of Court | Action that hinders the administration of justice in court |
Punishment | Penalty provided by law and imposed by a court |
Plea Bargaining | Agreement with prosecutor allowing defendant to plead guilty to a lesser crime than the more serious one he or she likely would be charged with |