By Ryan E. Lackey | Published May 21, 2024 | Posted in Criminal Sentencing | Tagged Tags: aggravating circumstances, Crime, Criminal Sentences, Murder |
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The Impact of Violence on Criminal Sentences in Indiana
In Indiana, the use of violence during the commission of a crime significantly affects the potential punishment a convicted offender might face. Courts are empowered to consider various “aggravating circumstances” when determining the appropriate sentence. One of these is whether the offense was a crime of violence. The term “crime of violence” has a distinct Read More
Read MoreWhat is the Difference between Civil and Criminal Law?
What is the Difference between Civil and Criminal Law? The United States legal system typically operates under two types of law — civil and criminal. A civil law case is treated much differently than a criminal law case, and vice versa. To start with, criminal actions are complaints brought by the state or federal government Read More
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