You are a lawyer representing a woman who has been sentenced to life without parole. You have just learned that she has lost the appeal of her conviction. What is the next logical step for you to take?
A. file one more appeal
B. continue to file appeals until the case goes to the U.S. Supreme Court
C. nothing; your client is entitled to only one appeal
D. ask the Innocence Project to intervene
C. nothing; your client is entitled to only one appeal
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A. Indeterminate sentencing B. Determinate sentencing C. Indefinite sentencing D. Undefined
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a. allow first trimester abortions without government interference b. have a health and safety of the mother exception c. tailor abortion restrictions without unduly interfering with a woman's right to choose d. all of the above
Which of the following types of property crimes involves the destruction or damage of a physical structure or building?
a. vandalism b. arson c. robbery d. burglary
Why is the discovery of semen, sperm, and hair valuable in rape investigations?
What will be an ideal response?