Change in Venue Sought in Boston Bombing Case: A Guide to Why a Change in Venue May Be Granted from Kevin Mahoney A change in venue is appropriate when there is reason to believe a defendant will be unable to get a fair trial in the location where the case is currently scheduled to be heard. Learn more about change in venue in this presentation. … [Read more...]
Keeping Out Prior Bad Acts
Challenging the Prosecutor’s Evidence: Keeping Out “Prior Bad Acts” If you have a criminal record, the prosecutor may try to introduce evidence of your “prior bad acts” in your criminal trial. This type of evidence is allowed (is “admissible”) only in limited circumstances, but do not expect the judge or the prosecutor to guard your rights in this regard. You need a savvy Boston criminal defense lawyer, who understands the rules of evidence, to prevent prior bad acts evidence from reaching the … [Read more...]