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Day: January 3, 2025

The Polygraph (Lie Detector) Test in a Nutshell 

Posted on January 3, 2025January 3, 2025 by R.Davis

Polygraph, “lie detector” tests, as they are commonly called, have long been associated with criminal investigations and probation assessments. Their use, however, remains contentious, particularly when it comes to their admissibility in ...

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8th Amendment of the US Constitution Explained

Posted on January 3, 2025January 3, 2025 by R.Davis

The 8th Amendment of the US Constitution is one of the key provisions that ensures the protection of individual rights. It stands as a safeguard against excessive government power and protects citizens from cruel, inhumane, and degrading treatment. I...

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The Intent and Purpose of a Motion for Limine

Posted on January 3, 2025January 3, 2025 by R.Davis

A motion for limine, or a motion in limine, is a powerful legal tool used in criminal trials to prevent certain evidence or testimony from being introduced during trial. The Latin term, “in limine,” means “at the threshold,” o...

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How the 8th Amendment Protects at Sentencing

Posted on January 3, 2025January 3, 2025 by R.Davis

The 8th Amendment to the United States Constitution is a fundamental protection against excessive punishment in the criminal justice system. It prohibits the infliction of “cruel and unusual punishment,” ensuring that sentences imposed by...

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About the books

The Colossal Book of Criminal Citations contains case law divided into topics that are related to the most common issues facing a criminal defendant.  The cases listed herein are meant to assist the accused before conviction and in matters related to acquiring post-conviction relief after a criminal conviction.

The Civil Book of Civil Citations is topically organized like our criminal book and designed to assist in the preparation and litigation of 42 U.S.C. §1983 civil rights actions involving incarcerated individuals.

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Before relying on any case that you find in the Colossal Book of Criminal Citations or Colossal Book of Civil Citations, acquire and read the entire case to understand the context in which the point was made. Keep in mind that the law changes continually as cases are decided. The cases that have been included in this book only represent a small section of published cases with each topic. WordPress Theme : Eightlaw Lite by 8Degree Themes