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Modus Operandi

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A quick definition of Modus Operandi:

Modus Operandi: A fancy way of saying "how someone does something." In law, it means the way a criminal does things that is so unique that it shows they did the same crime before. This can be used as evidence in court to prove that the same person committed multiple crimes. For example, if a robber always wears a purple cowboy hat, has a gold gun with mother of pearl handles, hums "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star," and puts the money in a black Gucci bag, and then another robbery happens with the same details, it can be used to prove that the same person did both crimes.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Modus Operandi is a Latin phrase that means "mode of operating." In criminal law, it refers to a distinctive method of operation or pattern of criminal behavior that is so unique that separate crimes or wrongful conduct are recognized as the work of the same person.

For example, if a bank is robbed and the perpetrator wears a purple cowboy hat, carries a gold gun with mother of pearl handles, hums the tune to "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star," and puts the money in a black Gucci bag, and then a year later, another bank is robbed with the same distinctive characteristics, it is likely that the same person committed both crimes. This is because the modus operandi is so specific that it uniquely identifies the perpetrator in both cases.

Modus operandi is used as a basis for admitting evidence of other crimes and is permitted by Rule 404(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Evidence. This means that evidence of a defendant's prior crimes can be used to prove identity through modus operandi in the current case.

Overall, modus operandi is an important concept in criminal law that helps to identify and prosecute repeat offenders.

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I think so, Jack
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worthless i trust you implicitly you know what it will happen now.
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
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9:35
it sent a million times lol
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9:35
Jack's just tweaking on LSD no biggie
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9:38
oh that's right USC might release
soapy
9:43
USC still has not looked at my app
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9:43
when did you submit soapy?
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9:44
10/16
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:44
to be fair it took them almost 2 months for me to go under review
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Feelin a bit stressed, as I've got no date change for Michigan either despite applying 10/7
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