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There are 3 basic types with standard of proof
There are essentially three standards of proof applicable in most court proceedings. In criminal and delinquency cases, the offense must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, the highest standard. In civil cases and neglect and dependency proceedings, the lowest standard applies by a mere preponderance of the evidence (more likely than not). In some civil cases, and in juvenile proceedings such a permanent termination of parental rights, an intermediate standard applies: proof by clear and convincing evidence.
Criminal law involves prosecution by the government of a person
for an act that has been classified as a crime. Our Lexington
Criminal Defense Lawyers are expert lawyers in the legal field of
criminal defense. We can help you out of your legal troubles.
Kentucky Incarceration rates for prisoners.
incarceration rates for prisoners under State or Federal jurisdiction, per 100,000 residents* , *Incarceration rates for inmates sentenced to more than 1 year. in Kentucky
12/31/1998
379
12/31/1997
372
12/31/1996
331
12/31/1995
311
12/31/1994
288
12/31/1993
274
12/31/1992
274
12/31/1991
262
12/31/1990
241
12/31/1989
222
Source: BJS, National Prisoner Statistics data series 1998-1989
Civil cases, on the other hand, involve individuals and organizations
seeking to resolve legal disputes. In a criminal case, a state prosecutor initiates the suit, while the victim brings the suit in a civil case.
Persons convicted of a crime may be
incarcerated, fined, or both. However, persons found liable in a
civil case may only have to give up property or pay money, but are
not incarcerated.
Common criminal cases and topics related to criminal defense include:
White Collar Crime
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News about Criminal cases in Lexington and nationwide:
Identifying Prescription Drug Fraud
Prescription fraud is defined as the illegal acquisition of prescription drugs for personal use or profit. This phenomenon is an increasing problem... Read more >
Hate Crimes Task Force Nets Results
FBI statistics tell us there were 7,649 hate crime incidents reported in the U.S. in 2004. Behind those numbers are hateful and hurtful crimes... Read more >
Definition:
A willful attempt to illegally inflict injury on or threaten a person.
Misdemeanor
Definition:
A minor offense, lower than a felony, which is punishable by a county jail term of up to one year and/or a fine, but not prison. Misdemeanors are classified into three categories: Class A, B, and C.
Restitution
Definition:
Court-ordered payment to restore goods or money to the victim of a crime by the offender.
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