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Author: Don Pumphrey, Jr.
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Author: Don Pumphrey, Jr.
What is Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?
June 3, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt is the standard used in criminal trials to convict the defendant. The defendant cannot be convicted unless the state has proved beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant committed the crime alleged. In this blog, we will cover the definition of beyond a reasonable doubt, the different standards that we use and when we use them, …
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Duane Weeks Trial – The Importance of Courtroom Etiquette
June 1, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share
The son of the former Elections Supervisor—Duane Weeks Jr., 41, has been adjudicated by Judge Perkins, guilty on grand theft, battery, and introduction of contraband at the county jail. In addition, there were also three misdemeanor charges, including threatening serious bodily harm on a police officer. Weeks could have been facing over 15 years in prison, along with getting marked …
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What is Leon County’s Crime Map?
June 1, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share
Leon County is constantly trying to find ways to ensure public safety among its citizens. One way they aim to do that is through its online, interactive crime map. Although it has been active for several years now, it is important to highlight its features to help citizens continue to feel safe in their neighborhoods. The Leon County law enforcement …
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