Due_process

Substantive Due Process

Legal doctrine that protects certain fundamental rights from government interference.

Procedural Due Process

Legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person; includes fair trial rights.

Probative Evidence

Evidence that is relevant and helpful in proving a case, assessing the guilt or innocence of a defendant.

Prejudicial Evidence

Information that may incite juror bias, not focusing on factual details of a case.

Fair Trial

A legal proceeding that is conducted fairly, adhering to due process and evidentiary rules.

Impeachment of Defendant's Credibility

Undermining the reliability of a defendant's testimony by introducing evidence of prior bad acts or criminal record.

Non-Prosecution Agreement

A verbal or written agreement where prosecution agrees not to bring charges in exchange for information or testimony.

Evidentiary Rules

Rules that dictate what evidence can be presented in court and how it may be used.

Bill Cosby's Criminal Prosecution

Legal proceedings against Bill Cosby involving testimony from multiple accusers and issues regarding evidentiary fairness.

Deposition

A recorded statement made under oath, often used to gather testimony before a trial.