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FindLaw explains Utah's child abuse laws and reporting requirements with links to statutes and helpful resources.
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The State of Arizona doesn't classify the crime of manslaughter as voluntary or involuntary. It's either "manslaughter" or "negligent homicide." Arizona law defines manslaughter quite broadly, with many possible scenarios potentially giving rise to this charge. Learn about Arizona manslaughter laws at FindLaw.
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Second-degree murder involves a killing without planning. While not as serious as first-degree murder, the penalties are still quite severe. Learn more about Washington second-degree murder laws at FindLaw.
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Courtrooms have rules for witnesses, and you will be required to appear for specific parts of the trial process. FindLaw explains the "do's and don'ts" of being a witness in a court case.
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If you've been wronged, you may have a path to relief through the courts. What you're seeking affects the type of claim you'll make. Learn about legal claims, equitable claims, and much more at FindLaw.
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First-degree murder generally encompasses premeditated intentional killings that are done with malice aforethought. In Montana, deliberate homicide criminalizes premeditated intentional killings (of another human being or of a fetus) and felony murder. This article outlines Montana's deliberate homicide law.
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FindLaw summarizes the landmark Supreme Court Decision Tinker v. Des Moines and the impact on student free speech rights today.
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FindLaw summarizes the Supreme Court case Brady v. Maryland and importance of the Brady Rule in disclosing exculpatory evidence in criminal trials.
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Few crimes are as serious as first-degree murder, which involves the taking of a life with intent. It can also apply a certain other situations. Learn about Arizona first-degree murder charges, the penalties that apply, and much more at FindLaw.
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It's often a fine line between self-defense and excessive force. Understanding the difference can keep you out of jail. Learn about Washington self-defense laws, castle doctrine, duty to retreat, and much more at FindLaw.
