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Why does the legal system allow lawyers to give purposely confusing instructions to jurors?
I just read this answer to a popular question here, where it explains why lawyers aren't allowed in juries most of the time; here's an excerpt:
If a lawyer is in the jury, that person will undoubtedly be able to
explain exactly what the law…
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What happens if I sell the same physical item to several people?
Follow-up question for Could a contract with ludicrous terms be enforced?
At the end of the hypothetical there, they raise the possibility of someone secretly selling the same physical item (a unique car) to several different people. It seems to me…
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When there is a hung jury, is it reported how badly it is hung?
I would think it would be important to the State to know how many hold-outs there were. It seems like it would effect the cost/benefit analysis the State makes when deciding whether to re-try the case. It seems like it'd be more worth re-trying a…
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Someone is commercially using a feature of my (free) website. What can I do?
Suppose tht there is a website that allows users to create musical diagrams (sheet music). It is owned and operated by a person O.
Suppose the website allows users to create and share sheet music. All of the website is completely free (no…
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Failing to renounce Indian citizenship
Indians are required to renounce their Indian citizenship after obtaining another citizenship.
What happens if someone doesn't do so?
I mean if my Indian passport has anyhow expired, and I never ever plan to travel to India again, or use my Indian…
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What constitutes a "religious belief"
Reading this article I have to wonder what "religion" all these SF police employees belong to that denies them access to the vaccine.
Do they have to declare which religion they're a part of and then open up the Bible to the page that says "thou…
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Does grabbing someone by the jacket constitute assault?
What is considered assault in England ? An example Person A swore at Person B and was grabbed by the jacket by person B in a casino.
Has Person B committed assault even though person A may have verbally offended person B?
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Is copyright law international?
For example, if I buy a pirated copy of a North American book from a local market in Bangladesh, can the publisher sue me and the seller? I can attempt to buy original copies of the book; however, they are extremely expensive and the book will take…
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Ashli Babbitt: manslaughter vs. deprivation of rights under color of law
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Is there a restriction on who can inherit your wealth?
Is there a restriction on who can inherit your wealth? For example, I doubt that you can donate money to the Taliban if you're a U.S. citizen, so I am wondering if the American laws specify what those restrictions are or if it's up to the judge to…
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Are there any US laws that correspond to Proverbs 3:27,28,29, or 30?
Proverbs 3
27 - Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.
28 - Do not say to your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you”— when you already have it with you.
29 - Do not plot harm against…
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UK: Is it legal to secretly audio record a meeting or a phone call? Is it possible to use such recording in court?
In the United Kingdom:
Is it legal to secretly audio record a meeting (in an office) or a phone call while being a participant?
Is it possible to use such recording as an evidence in court or employment tribunal?
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Why are "no pet" clauses allowed in leases?
Why are "no pet" clauses legal in the US but not in Toronto? At least according to this site, in Toronto you can't disallow pets.
I started thinking of it and its actually a little absurd. Trying to apply the same reasoning to other things. Like…
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Can someone be convicted of possessing illegal images if no evidence can be found on the suspect’s computer?
Perhaps it might technically be possible, but can someone be convicted of possession of illegal images if nothing can be found on his or her computer? For instance, suppose a website hosting normal legal material and illegal material was seized and…
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Do I need a physical address to get a driver's license?
I'm currently homeless and need a license for work. I do not want to go to a shelter or request help from friends or family. Yet, the local DMV will not let me apply for a driver's license without an address. Is there any way around this?
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