Category: F

the term given when a false statement has been made by a person under oath.

This involves presenting to court the written statement that explains a case to a judge.

a Latin phrase where a court with the authority to try a case decides to turn the matter over to another court.

the term applying to the total ownership of land and all of the buildings on it.

a corporation whose stock is held largely by one family.

This involves the surrender of a fugitive from a country to another where he will be tried.

a motion to dismiss the charges as they are flimsy and untenable.

the term given to a trial in the presence of an impartial judge and jury. See fiar and impartial trial.

These are the assets and resources needed to operate a business.

These are the articles and goods that have no duties charged to them

These are the public officials who are responsible for collecting money and distributing public money.

These are the facts that a plaintiff will base his claim on or which the defendant denies the claim on. TLD Example: The time it takes for a trial can be greatly

These are the rules that are uniform and govern the procedures in district courts.

the court that hears matters relating to members of a family.

This term is used when a person transfers title to another person so creditors won’t be able to collect a debt.

This a part of the attorney’s fee that is paid to another attorney who is handling the case. See fee splitting.

This variance will mislead a defendant in the preparing and the pursuit of his defence in a manner that will be adequate.

This term applies to the extra benefits an employee receives that is in addition to their wages.

the term given to the impressions that are made by feet on the surface.

the term for punishment using a whip.