How Justice Really Works

In general, the justice system involves a set of laws, institutions, and procedures that aim to maintain order and protect the rights of individuals in society. Here are some key points about how the justice system works:

  1. Investigation: When a crime is committed, law enforcement officers will begin an investigation to gather evidence and identify potential suspects.

  2. Arrest: If the investigation leads to a suspect, law enforcement may make an arrest.

  3. Charging: After an arrest, a prosecutor will review the evidence and decide whether to file charges against the suspect.

  4. Trial: If charges are filed, the case will go to trial, where a judge or jury will hear the evidence and decide whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty.

  5. Sentencing: If the defendant is found guilty, the judge will determine a sentence, which may involve imprisonment, fines, community service, or other penalties.

  6. Appeals: If a defendant is unhappy with the verdict, they may have the right to appeal the decision to a higher court.

It’s important to note that the justice system is complex and can vary from country to country. Additionally, there are ongoing debates about the fairness and effectiveness of the system, as well as issues with systemic bias and disparities in its application.

1 How Justice Really Works | The Briefs S1 EP2 | Real Crime

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28 dec. 2019

With unprecedented access to Britain’s busiest legal aid practice, The Briefs takes us into the cut-throat world of criminal law. The Briefs follows the skilful lawyers of Tuckers in Manchester, as they look after their clients on cases ranging from blackmail to murder. The lawyers cover everything from taking on a case where a 63 year old woman is accused of drug dealing to a poet accused of benefit fraud. This is how justice really works.

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2 A Poet Accused of Benefit Fraud | the Briefs S1 EP1 | Real Crime

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23 dec. 2019

With unprecedented access to Britain’s busiest legal aid practice, The Briefs takes us into the cut-throat world of criminal law. The Briefs follows the skilful lawyers of Tuckers in Manchester, as they look after their clients on cases ranging from blackmail to murder. The lawyers cover everything from taking on a case where a 63 year old woman is accused of drug dealing to a poet accused of benefit fraud. This is how justice really works.
 

From The Brief Season 1 Episode 1

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3 The Doctor Who Killed Over 350 People | Dr. Death | Real Crime


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17 okt. 2019

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Britain’s biggest serial killer was a doctor, Dr Harold Shipman. Unsuspected for many years, Dr. Shipman selected his victims from his patient list. There were clues, but who in the community would believe that a doctor would kill his patients? Suspected of killing over 350 people during his career, it was clumsy attempts at forging the will of one of his victims in his own favor that alerted the police and led to his arrest. Found guilty at his trial and jailed for life, Dr. Shipman committed suicide never accepting his guilt.

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4 The Police Officer Who Tried to Be Above the Law | The FBI Files S1 EP2 | Real Crime

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28 nov. 2019

In 1982, a California highway patrol officer pulled a young woman over for speeding. He bullied her into sex and then killed her. He then used a decade of police experience to
try to cover up his crime and convince investigators of his innocence.

From acclaimed series The FBI Files

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5 Lawyers Representing Criminals | the Briefs S2 EP1 | Real Crime

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7 jan. 2020

The lawyers represent a man accused of violent disorder and of brandishing a knife at police in a burglary, another accused of an armed robbery with an axe at a hairdressing salon, a serial burglar accused of changing his line in crimes by causing criminal damage, and a man accused of attacking with a claw hammer another man he suspected of being a paedophile.

The cameras also follow the Tuckers team away from the office, with the wedding of legal adviser Katy Calderbank in focus as she prepares for her big day – an opportunity for staff to celebrate together.

From The Briefs Season 2 Episode 1

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6 Falsely Convicted: Senior Citizen Murder | Real Crime

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6 sep. 2019

In 1992, Félix Michaud is arrested for the murder of 72-year old Rose Gagné. The charge is based solely on the testimony of Marco Albert, a drug addict. Michaud is convicted and sentenced to life.

After multiple trials, a new lawyer finds evidence withheld by the crown, evidence that fully exonerates Michaud. He is set free in 2001, nine years after his arrest for a crime he did not commit.

From Struggle For Justice

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7 Her Majesty’s Prison Norwich Families Behind Bars Prison Documentary

28 feb. 2020

This emotional documentary follows the lives of the families and staff working with the inmates to try and break the cycle of re-offending and change lives. HMP Norwich houses more than 750 adult inmates and young offenders, ranging from seasoned criminals to first offenders. Most of the 2,500 annual new prisoners are husbands, fathers, and sons. When coping with the harsh realities of prison life, their families are their lifeline. Nearly half will lose touch with them and a fifth of marriages will break up under the strain, yet those who manage to keep family ties alive are six times less likely to re-offend.

13 feb. 2019

Her Majesty’s Prison Norwich: Families Behind Bars (Prison Documentary) | Real Stories

This emotional documentary follows the lives of the families and staff working with the inmates to try and break the cycle of re-offending and change lives. 
 
HMP Norwich houses more than 750 adult inmates and young offenders, ranging from seasoned criminals to first offenders. Most of the 2,500 annual new prisoners are husbands, fathers, and sons. When coping with the harsh realities of prison life, their families are their lifeline. Nearly half will lose touch with them and a fifth of marriages will break up under the strain, yet those who manage to keep family ties alive are six times less likely to re-offend.
 

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8 Suing The Police | The Briefs (Criminal Law Documentary) | Real Stories

20 sep. 2018

With unprecedented access to Britain’s busiest legal aid practice, The Briefs takes us into the cut-throat world of criminal law. The Briefs follows the skilful lawyers of Tuckers in Manchester, as they look after their clients on cases ranging from blackmail to murder. The lawyers cover everything from taking on a case where a 63 year old woman is accused of drug dealing to a poet accused of benefit fraud. This is how justice really works.
 
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9 Bananasplit ‘Groentenzaak’ (Ralph Inbar)

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9 aug. 2010