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  1. right to an attorney
    a civil right guaranteed by the 6th amendment to the US Constitution
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  2. deviant
    a person whose behavior does not conform to social norms
    Crimes are generally defined as deviant behavior that violates social norms.
  3. punishable
    liable to or deserving punishment
    Felonies are serious crimes that are generally punishable by a year or more in prison (e.g., armed robbery, murder).
  4. misdemeanor
    a crime less serious than a felony
    In the United States, crimes are classified in two main categories: felonies and misdemeanors.
  5. norm
    a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical
    Crimes are generally defined as deviant behavior that violates social norms.
  6. crime
    an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
    Criminal law is the area of law that deals with those who commit crimes.
  7. felony
    a serious crime, such as murder or arson
    In the United States, crimes are classified in two main categories: felonies and misdemeanors.
  8. vandalism
    willful and malicious destruction of the property of others
    Misdemeanors are less serious crimes that are generally punishable by less than a year in prison (e.g., petty theft, vandalism).
  9. unfairly
    in an unfair manner
    People accused of crimes are granted certain rights under the US Constitution that protect them from being treated unfairly.
  10. defense
    the act of guarding someone or something against attack
    For this reason, it is a good idea to have a skilled criminal defense lawyer on your side if you have been accused of committing a crime.
  11. accuse
    blame for; make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against
    People accused of crimes are granted certain rights under the US Constitution that protect them from being treated unfairly.
  12. skilled
    having or showing or requiring special skill
    For this reason, it is a good idea to have a skilled criminal defense lawyer on your side if you have been accused of committing a crime.
  13. behavior
    the way a person acts toward other people
    Crimes are generally defined as deviant behavior that violates social norms.
  14. violate
    fail to agree with; go against
    Crimes are generally defined as deviant behavior that violates social norms.
  15. investigate
    conduct an inquiry of
    Additionally, having an attorney on-hand early will allow sufficient time to strategize your defense and thoroughly investigate the charges you may face.
  16. protecting
    shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort
    In addition to protecting your rights, a skilled attorney should also be able to help you develop a strong defense for the charges you face.
  17. punishment
    the act of imposing a penalty
    What is considered a social norm and what is considered deviant behavior is determined both at the federal level and the state level, as are the punishments for various crimes.
  18. arrest
    take into custody
    Contacting an attorney as soon as you are arrested or suspect you may be arrested is imperative.
  19. petty
    small and of little importance
    Misdemeanors are less serious crimes that are generally punishable by less than a year in prison (e.g., petty theft, vandalism).
  20. determine
    find out or learn with certainty, as by making an inquiry
    What is considered a social norm and what is considered deviant behavior is determined both at the federal level and the state level, as are the punishments for various crimes.
  21. convict
    find or declare guilty
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  22. Constitution
    the constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states
    People accused of crimes are granted certain rights under the US Constitution that protect them from being treated unfairly.
  23. charge
    assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to
    In addition to protecting your rights, a skilled attorney should also be able to help you develop a strong defense for the charges you face.
  24. suspect
    regard as untrustworthy
    Contacting an attorney as soon as you are arrested or suspect you may be arrested is imperative.
  25. trial
    the act of testing something
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  26. murder
    unlawful premeditated killing of a human being
    Felonies are serious crimes that are generally punishable by a year or more in prison (e.g., armed robbery, murder).
  27. appeal
    earnest or urgent request
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  28. consequence
    a phenomenon that is caused by some previous phenomenon
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  29. mistake
    a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or inattention
    Having a criminal defense lawyer by your side may help you avoid mistakes that could negatively impact your case.
  30. opportunity
    a possibility from a favorable combination of circumstances
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  31. change
    become different in some particular way
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  32. able
    having the necessary means or skill to do something
    In addition to protecting your rights, a skilled attorney should also be able to help you develop a strong defense for the charges you face.
  33. strong
    having strength or power greater than average or expected
    In addition to protecting your rights, a skilled attorney should also be able to help you develop a strong defense for the charges you face.
  34. public
    not private
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  35. understand
    know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
    A criminal defense attorney can not only help you understand your rights, but make sure those rights are protected.
  36. person
    a human being
    Some of these rights include:


    •The right to an attorney
    •The right to not incriminate oneself
    •The right to a speedy and public trial
    •The right to an appeal
    Consequences for those convicted of a crime can change a person’s life forever—affecting career choices, educational opportunities and personal liberties.
  37. case
    an occurrence of something
    Having a criminal defense lawyer by your side may help you avoid mistakes that could negatively impact your case.
Created on Thu Sep 16 21:10:34 EDT 2010

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