Criminal Law terms starting with U

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U.S. Attorney A lawyer appointed by the President in each judicial district to prosecute and defend cases for the federal government. The U.S.
U.S. Constitution The U.S. Constitution (including its amendments) establishes the basic structure and functions of the federal government.
U.S. District Court Judge A federal judge appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate, to handle criminal and civil matters at the district court level.
U.S. Magistrate Judge A judicial officer appointed by the judges of a U.S. district court and authorized to perform a variety of tasks in criminal and civil cases.
U.S. Marshal's Service An agency of the Justice Department, charged with providing courtroom security in federal district courts, apprehending federal fugitives, transporting…
U.S. Postal Inspectors U.S. Postal Service inspectors who investigate offenses involving the use of the mails.
U.S. Secret Service A federal law enforcement agency charged with protecting the President and other public officials and investigating alleged violations of certain federal…
U.S. Sentencing Commission The Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 established the U.S. Sentencing Commission as an independent commission in the judicial branch of the government.