Summarize the right to counsel as it applies (or does not apply) in the habeas corpus context
What will be an ideal response?
Since habeas corpus is purely discretionary, the Supreme Court has held that no right to counsel exists, unless, of course, the prisoner can afford representation (see Ross v. Moffitt, 417 U.S. 600 [1974]). The Court has held, however, that federal prisoners have a "constitutional right of access to the courts" (Bounds v. Smith, 430 U.S. 817 [1977]).
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In emergency or exigent circumstances that involve a danger to the public, a police officer who has a suspect in her custody must convey the Miranda warnings to the suspect before beginning interrogation of the suspect who has knowledge about the
situation presenting an immediate danger to the public. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Why is the NIBRS being implemented?
What will be an ideal response?
The social _________ perspective argues that criminal offenders should be dealt with individually
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
15-year-old Micah is brought before Juan, a juvenile court judge. There is considerable evidence to show that Micah is guilty of violating the criminal law. In this situation, Juan has the power to
A) open the courtroom to the press and public. B) sentence Juan to death. C) waive Juan's Miranda rights. D) decide it is not in Juan's best interest to be adjudicated delinquent.