Criminology
Procedural steps that should be taken by the police once John began incriminating John
Once taken to the police station, the police would frisk John through a pat-down of outer clothing to detect a concealed weapon. The police would also perform a full-blown search on the surroundings and person to ensure that there were no other stolen items or evidence of another crime. The police would then secure money or personal property that John had. John would later sign an inventory showing that he goes in line with the information on its contents. All these steps ensure that the suspect, in this case, crimination of John, would be based on actual possessions and not slander for a fair legal process.
Procedural steps taken by the officers following the arrest and interview
Once arrested, booking into the police station would take place, followed by an interview. This procedure requires John to offer necessary information on their birthdate and address, fingerprints, and date of birth. If at the appropriate time, John’s lawyer obtains a writ of habeas corpus from the judge. This form would enable the presentation ofJohn in a court of law ascertaining if John was lawfully held. The prosecutor would then determine if John had a right to a speedy trial, especially when a felony takes place when John is illegally staying in the US.
Comparison of a preliminary hearing or grand jury to establish probable cause in this case
Many states in the US have laws that provide a way for grand juries. Most times, however, states carry out preliminary hearings before criminal trials take place. The difference between an initial and a grand jury is that a preliminary hearing is open to the public, where the judge and lawyers of the two sides are present. In grand juries, there is the involvement of a judge and the prosecutor alone. In this case, John can request a preliminary hearing, although the court can decline it. The preliminary hearing would enable Joh’s lawyers to argue his case and defend his position to gain sympathy from the judge or public.
Issues took into consideration by the judge when setting a bond for John.
A judge offers a bond to an offender due to a variety of factors revolving around the offender’s ability to appear in future court appearances. The issues taken into consideration by the judge include the nature of allegations and the type of crime. The judge also reviews if these allegations show guilt. The judge also considers the employment of the defendant, or he has family support within the community. Assessment of the defendant’s mental condition and financial capability to enable them to flee takes place. The judge also addresses the criminal history and whether the suspect poses a threat to community issues. Since John is illegally residing in the US while most of his family is not in the US, detainment of John can occur without bond.
An arraignment and what takes place during an arraignment
Arraignments are court proceedings where criminal defendants receive advice on the charges against them. It is the first court hearing where judgment could be passed in less severe cases. During the arraignment, advices to the defendant’s takes place on their constitutional rights and the charges against them. The defendant is has a chance to enter their plea, either guilty or not guilty to the charges against them. The defendant can also plead no contest towards the charges. Upon the plea, the judge can set the conditions for release either on bond/bail, the defendant’s recognizance, and supervised release.
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