guilty

Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time; a look into all aspects of a guilty verdict from the burden of proof to conviction to the judge’s sentence and more.

Waiting
¶ She had always hated the smell of hospitals. The way it plugged your nose, cloying in its sterility. There was no smell of life in hospitals. Only death.
By Malcolm Roach2 years ago in Criminal
Shadows of Resilience: A City's Battle for Justice
It was the late afternoon in the United States, the hours stretching from thirteen to seventeen. Winter had cast its icy spell, causing once-lush green leaves to wither and fall, creating a delicate, frozen carpet on the streets. Freshly fallen snow blanketed the roads, making navigation treacherous for both drivers and pedestrians alike.
By Daniel Arthur2 years ago in Criminal
Finley High Confessions
Part One Connor stares down at the red plastic cup in his hand. He hates parties. The cup only has soda in it, and he only has it because he doesn’t need people looking at him like he’s some sort of freak. As if slurred speech and being imbalanced was the only way to have fun when you’re in high school.
By Andrew Perkins2 years ago in Criminal
It Wasn’t Me
This was months in the making. I had it all planned out. My team and I were going to take out the boss man Mitchel Cummings or as his buddies call him “Big Mitch” or “The Mitch” or “Mitch mighty”. Either way he was a douche bag, I had fallen head over heels for him because he knew what ladies wanted to hear, he seemed so genuine. The red flag should’ve been that he was married to a gorgeous blonde, who was so nice to me and every interaction we had she was genuine. I hated the fact that I was making out in his office with him almost every day. He said those words “I’m gonna divorce her and marry you”. I should have known better, of course he would never leave her. He would buy me flowers and if course the office talked and I was the slut. He didn’t say anything to defend me that was another red flag. Tonight was going to be the night that Mitchel Cummings dies. I’ve killed before so I knew I was not going to back down. I was about ten years old my dad was hitting my mom so I grabbed the gun and bang, he was dead. The party would be starting soon and he asked me to come over earlier for a booty call as I predicted and little did he know it was the last booty call he would get. I told him no since he’s not divorced. You would think I’d take the opportunity to kill him then, but it would be too obvious that it was me. So a large party it was. Most of the guests have already arrived to his mansion, the mansion where I’ve had an affair with him many countless times. His wife still had no idea that we’ve been screwing; she was blonde for a reason.
By Ada Zuba2 years ago in Criminal
Echoes of the Dead. Content Warning.
Detective Nolan takes one last puff of his cigarette before he thinks about entering the rundown slum of an apartment. It seems to be his new ritual he has recently developed. a smoke or two to calm the nerves followed by a wheezing cough, one a dying man would produce. “Cough” Detective Nolan coughs struggling to breath in any air as he exhales the smoke. He throws the cigarette into the gutter, the flame is quickly extinguished by the heavy rainfall.
By Jordan Webster2 years ago in Criminal
A Murder of Crows. Content Warning.
She danced with such grace on the frozen lake. Her performance always managed to enrapture the entire town, myself included. A peaceful smile decorated her beak without fail. I was envious.
By J "Griffin" Rooms2 years ago in Criminal
Shadows of Want
Shadows of Want The city horizon sparkled with the impression of 1,000 lights as Investigator Nathan Reynolds rested up against his plain squad car, gazing at the gleaming neon signs beneath. He enjoyed a puff from his cigarette, the smoke twisting into the night air, as the far off hints of the city murmured stories of privileged insights and wants.
By Yaseen Pahad2 years ago in Criminal
Shocking Video: Two Men Shoot Officer at Point-Blank Range. Content Warning.
March 22, 2006, started like any ordinary shift for State Trooper Steven Stone. The Tyler, Texas, officer never expected the night would end with a routine traffic stop nearly ending his life.
By Criminal Matters2 years ago in Criminal
Meanwhile...In Southaven. Top Story - January 2024.
"No one is leaving until one of you return Sadie's lunch box! I don't care if your parents have to wait in the parking lot all night!"
By Lamar Wiggins2 years ago in Criminal
Sixty Minutes
The Prompt Write a crime fiction story. The music is "Breathing Underwater" by Hot Milk Sixty Minutes He looked at the gauge on the oxygen cylinder. He had maybe an hour left.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Criminal
Why Prisoners Wear Orange Jumpsuits
"A Comprehensive Exploration of Inmate Attire and Its Multifaceted Impact on the Correctional System" When envisioning a prisoner, the mental image often includes the unmistakable sight of an individual clad in an orange jumpsuit. The question naturally arises: Why do prisoners wear these distinctive outfits? The answer reveals a complex tapestry of historical, psychological, and practical considerations that contribute to the significance of orange jumpsuits in the correctional system.
By Nicolas J.D2 years ago in Criminal
Vishal the Detective
Detective Vishal, renowned for his sharp intellect and unwavering commitment to justice, found himself entangled in a web of crime and corruption when he was assigned the case of Wilson's mysterious demise. Wilson, a prominent philanthropist known for his advocacy against corruption, was found dead under perplexing circumstances, sending shockwaves through the city.
By Mustafa Ali2 years ago in Criminal