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  • Can the Police Legally Stop Me, Even if I Have Done Nothing Wrong?
  • Wouldn't longer sentences mean less overall crime?
  • Is there a way to punish a criminal before he actually commits the crime he is planning?
  • Are all illegal drugs treated equally when it comes to punishing drug dealers?
  • Can a person be guilty of drunk driving if he only had one drink?
  • What is the role of the federal government in criminal law?
  • Are grand jury proceedings secret?
  • Are there special crimes to control children's behavior?
  • What is the difference between probation and parole?
  • How does a district attorney decide which criminals to charge?
  • What is the difference between rape and sexual assault?
  • Are lawyers available for defendants who can't afford to pay for one?
  • How can I get a court to appoint a lawyer for me?
  • Do I need a lawyer at my arraignment?
  • How can I find a private defense lawyer?
  • What is a private lawyer likely to cost?
  • Should I represent myself in a criminal case?
  • Can I change lawyers if I'm unhappy with the one representing me?
  • Can I "settle" the charges against me?
  • Does community service or probation still appear on your permanent record?
  • Does deferred prosecution mean you have to admit to the felony you've been accused of?
  • If you make a plea bargain with the police department to reduce charges, will the district attorney back the police department's promise?
  • Is there a statute of limitation for filing criminal charges?
  • What does "pretrial release" mean?
  • What does the "no contest" plea mean?
  • What is double jeopardy?
  • What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
  • What is the difference between an arraignment and a preliminary hearing?
  • Whom does the public defender work for? How closely do they work with the district attorney?
  • Why do some people have to post bond to get out of jail and others don't?
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