Monday, October 21, 2013

“Procedure for criminal cases in Texas”

In our day to day lives laws pervade through each facets. In support of every movement undertaken there is a law flanked by a defendant and a claimant. Legal procedures apply to all! Applicable to every single action, even criminal cases has some set of procedures.  

Legal procedures associated with criminal cases have developed over centuries. A separate set of procedures are followed from arrest to trial. In view of the fact that, a majority of the states have similar procedures there are certain differences that comes within the circle. Criminal defendants are provided with certain procedural rights, complying with laws, following are some of them explained.  

For an arrest, a warrant is necessary. When the law enforcement has likely cause to believe that a crime has been committed then the person can be arrested. On the other hand, misdemeanor arrests can only be made if the official observes the commission of the crime.

An arrested person has all rights to be informed about Miranda rights, following are some of them:

  • Right to remain silent
  • Statement from the accused will be used against them
  • Throughout questioning an attorney may represent them, and
  • If destitute, a lawyer may be appointed for them.

Sunday, October 6, 2013

Crime and punishment in texas

Texas laws currently recognize five types of felonies and three types of misdemeanors. Every crime in the TPC is classified as one of these eight types.

Felonies

The different types of felonies are capital, first degree, second degree, third degree and state jail. The most serious offense is capital felonies.

Misdemeanors                                           

The three types of misdemeanors are class A, B, and C. Misdemeanor sentences are serve in county jails.



Offense


Punishment
Capital Felony
Execution

5 to 99 years, $10,000 fine

2 to 20 years, $10,000 fine

2 to 10 years, $10,000 fine

180 days to 2 years, $10,000 fine

Up to one year, $4000 fine


Up to 180 days, $2000 fine


$500 fine