Facts: Kyle John Kelbel was convicted of first-degree murder, past pattern of child abuse, in violation of Minnesota state statute section 609.185(5) and second-degree murder, in violation of Minnesota statute 609.19, subdivision 2(1). He was sentenced to life in prison for the death of Kailyn Marie Montgomery. Kelbel appealed, and argued that the district court failed to instruct the jury that it must find that the state proved beyond a reasonable doubt each of the acts that constituted the past pattern of child abuse and he also argued that the evidence against him was insufficient to prove past pattern of child abuse
Question 1: What principles of supportive communication and supportive listening are violated in this case?
Beginning in the 1960s, the US Supreme Court decided on a succession of landmark cases that histrionically altered the processes and all around atmosphere of the Juvenile Justice System in America. One case in particular that played a major role in the Juvenile field is Kent vs. US (383 US. 541 [1966]). The landmark case Kent vs. United States, observed as the first chief juvenile rights case in our history. This important case established the collective standards that entitled juveniles the right to waivers and preliminary hearings, which ensured due process was served. This would ultimately decide if the court would shift Kent into adult jurisdiction or allow him to remain in the juvenile system.
Although Etzewieler allegedly knew Bailey was intoxicated, he still allowed Bailey to use his vehicle while he
The Fourth Amendment protects the police from gaining exorbitant power. However, in Florida v. Bostick and Ohio v. Robinette, the Supreme Court granted the police disproportionate power by granting them the right to conduct warrantless seizures and searches without reason. The rulings of both cases were in emulation of the Fourth Amendment rights.
On June 25, 2015 the Supreme Court ruled to maintain health law subsidies. The petitioners disputed the legitimacy of premium and cost sharing subsidies for all low- and middle-income citizens. However, the purchasing of health insurance policies in 34 states where the federal government instead of the state is operating an insurance marketplace established through the Affordable Care Act system (Smith, 2015).
The Police of Harris County was informed of a weapons disturbance in a private residency. The officers found two individuals of the same sex engaging in sexual, (sodomy), behavior. However, the way the police officers enter the premises, was not at all questioned.
Frederick filed a lawsuit claiming that his First Amendment rights had been violated by not only Principal Morse, but also by the school board who had upheld his suspension. The Federal District Court heard the case and ordered a Summary Judgement, in favor of Morse et al. The Summary Judgement explained that Morse et al. were entitled to qualified immunity in their capacity as principal and school
Whether Gregory Johnson burning of the American Flag is considered expressive speech thus allowing him to challenge his conviction under the First Amendment freedom of speech.
The case of Elizabeth Bouvia v. Superior Court is a well-known case in the patient’s right to refuse treatment. Elizabeth Bouvia was born with cerebral palsy, which worsened, as she grew older and subsequently caused her to become a quadriplegic. She additionally developed severe degenerative arthritis that caused her to be in continuous unbearable pain. At the age of twenty-eight her condition had worsened to the point that she was said to be bed ridden and completely dependent on others for her activities of daily living. Although she had many physical challenges she was a
I think with every law, legislature needs to give a guidelines for the courts to follow. They need to set the laws for law enforcement to follow and the courts to enforce. I do not necessarily think they need to get involved in every single case of homicide. With the case of State v Olson, they were involved because the defendant, Duane Olson felt he should not be convicted of first degree manslaughter. Duane Olson was arrested for killing his 6 month old son by shaking baby syndrome. The child was taken to the hospital and put on life support due to brain damage. The child was taken off life support and eventually died. The autopsy disclosed cerebral swelling with bilateral subdural hematomas (State v Olson, 1989). Duane Olson felt that his
In the case of the State v. Wells, Defendant Paul Ellis Wells was charged with a DUI in California for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of marijuana and causing serious bodily injury to three other victims. At first glance, this case seems obvious that the defendant’s negligence at the wheel was caused by him being intoxicated. Further research shows that the defendant was diagnosed by a doctor as being prediabetic. In my opinion, the actus reus elements of the crime of DUI would be that the defendant did test positive for marijuana in a blood test conducted which in any state would be considered a DUI because it is obviously a crime to operate a motor vehicle under any substance that can alter your mind. On the other hand,
Minister Glenn Seals is a nearby twenty-nine palms Minister who shares the expression of God. He is an errand person who conveys the expression of God to the greater part of the general population here in twenty-nine palms. His main goal is to get whatever number individuals spared as could reasonably be expected and give a decent comprehension on life. He urges individuals to rest in God's done work and live and appreciate life minus all potential limitations degree. What I respect most about Minister Perry sermon is his non-verbal communication, invitingness, his planning and conveyance, and his association and instruction in the word.
On a simultaneous note, some other countries and cultures might associate itself with thought of an expected professional/unprofessional boundary for a woman. In this case, the question that might arise would be “if female pastors have to be cautious of their gender, social, ethical, moral, professional and, theological realities related with it, asking “does ministry for women not become a challenge?” Having stated that, the same question can be asked for people who associate themselves with any gender or sexual orientation. And, if that is the case, then does the main responsibility not lie with any pastor to think, act and decide using one’s discernment, and also respect the standards that have been set for him or her in the phase of
Please understand our purpose here is not to be critical, rather to help you assess your ministry to this congregation. During the initial interview with Patrice, you were told about the position