Criminal Litigation

This is FindLaw’s collection of Criminal Litigation articles, part of the Litigation and Disputes section of the Corporate Counsel Center. Criminal litigation refers to a trial in criminal court. Criminal litigation is distinct from civil litigation in most countries. Civil litigation is a private lawsuit between two parties, while criminal litigation is litigation brought by the state against an individual. Criminal trials require the highest standard of proof, which means the prosecutor must prove all elements of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt. Law articles in this archive are predominantly written by lawyers for a professional audience seeking business solutions to legal issues. Start your free research with FindLaw.

Criminal Litigation

Criminal Litigation Articles

Self-Reporting Environmental Violation: When And How To Do It

Imagine you are the CEO of a mid-sized manufacturer with facilities in several New England states. A company-wide environmental audit has just revealed that your facility in Connecticut has been operating without a required air permit and that your ...
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Restraining Orders, Civil Protection Orders, Temporary Protection Order

The above three orders are common in the area of family law practice. They each have their own unique attributes. A restraining order may also be referred to as a temporary restraining order or a civil restraining order. This article will focus on ...
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Fire Insurance Law

Few events are as traumatic as a fire that destroys a house or business. Even though the loss usually involves property that can be rebuilt or replaced, victims of fires are often emotionally and financially devastated. They have no home in which ...
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Anatomy of a Lawsuit

Most people think of a lawsuit in terms of what they see on TV: lawyers in a courtroom arguing their client's case to the jury with the judge trying to referee the contest. However, that is only a small part of the whole picture. The first step ...
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Educate Yourself: Substance Abuse Awareness is the Best Defense

Almost everyone knows we have a tremendous substance abuse problem in America; in fact, it is the worst in the Western world. Some years ago, the United Nations reported that while the United States represents 5 percent of the total world ...
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Firing Lane

California Gov. Pete Wilson recently signed into law a new package of anti-crime bills. One in particular, Assembly Bill 4, has been described as the nation's "toughest" law against criminals who use guns in the commission of a felony. On its face ...
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Arent Fox Alert: Have You Hired Unauthorized Workers? Changes to I-9 Employment Verification

The following memorandum is not intended to be a comprehensive summary of all of the provisions of concerning employment eligibility verification, but rather focuses on recent changes in the law that are likely to affect U.S. companies. Questions ...
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What To Do In Case Of An Auto Accident

Scene-The place where the accident happened.Witness-A person who saw the accident happen. You cannot drive away from an accident. You must stay until you have given your name and address to a police officer or the other driver. Call 911 or "0" on a ...
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What To Do If You Are In An Automobile Accident

An automobile accident can be a traumatic and distressing event in your life. Persons can react with a variety of emotions including anger, shock or panic. It is important to remember to remain calm and follow these guidelines: Call a lawyer. If you ...
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Using Mock Trials Effectively

Mock trials provide a useful reality check on both liability and damages. They can help you evaluate how prospective jurors will view your case, which arguments jurors will find most persuasive, and what impression your witnesses make. Although mock ...
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