Criminal Law and Procedure Flashcards

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Ex Post Facto

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Laws that seek to punish a crime that occurred before the law took effect.

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Void for Vagueness Doctrine

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A criminal statute must define a crime so that ordinary people can understand what conduct is prohibited.

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Bill of Attainder

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A legislative act that pronounces guilt of a crime without trial. Prohibited by Federal Law/Constitution.

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Plain Meaning Rule

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The statute is to be interpreted according to the ordinary meaning of the language, unless the result could be cruel or absurd.

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