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	There are 3 basic types with standard of proof There are essentially three standards of proof applicable in most court proceedings. In criminal and delinquency cases, the offense must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, the highest standard. In civil cases and neglect and dependency proceedings, the lowest standard applies by a mere preponderance of the evidence (more likely than not). In some civil cases, and in juvenile proceedings such a permanent termination of parental rights, an intermediate standard applies: proof by clear and convincing evidence.

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Criminal law involves prosecution by the government of a person for an act that has been classified as a crime. Our South Dakota Criminal Defense Lawyers are expert lawyers in the legal field of criminal defense. We can help you out of your legal troubles.

	South Dakota Incarceration rates for prisoners.
	incarceration rates for prisoners under State or Federal jurisdiction, per 100,000 residents* , *Incarceration rates for inmates sentenced to more than 1 year. in South Dakota 12/31/1998 327 12/31/1997 304 12/31/1996 284 12/31/1995 252 12/31/1994 236 12/31/1993 216 12/31/1992 208 12/31/1991 191 12/31/1990 187 12/31/1989 175 Source: BJS, National Prisoner Statistics data series 1998-1989

Civil cases, on the other hand, involve individuals and organizations seeking to resolve legal disputes. In a criminal case, a state prosecutor initiates the suit, while the victim brings the suit in a civil case.

Persons convicted of a crime may be incarcerated, fined, or both. However, persons found liable in a civil case may only have to give up property or pay money, but are not incarcerated.

Common criminal cases and topics related to criminal defense include:

• Death Penalty
• Assault and Battery
• Homicide
• Manslaughter
• Juvenile Justice
• White Collar Crimes
• Federal Sentencing Guidelines
• Environmental Violations
• Financial Fraud Law
• Government Fraud
• Possession of Control Substance
• Telemarketing Fraud
• Mayhem
• Insider Trading
• Healthcare Fraud
• Insurance Fraud
• Mail Fraud
• Tax Evasion
• Probable Cause
• Child Abuse
• Cruelty to Animals
• Miranda Rights

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South Dakota Audio & Video         White Collar Crime AUDIO, RM, 32Kbps, 40:00, 1/8/2003 Welcome to the Big House! The Justice Department has reversed a 20-year policy of sentencing first-time, non-violent offenders to half-way houses. Now, they'll be going to regular prison. We'll consider -- should all criminals be treated the same Source: NPR

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