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Category: J

JURY BOX

the term that describes the space where the jury sits during the trial.

JOINT TORT

a term where a wrong will be shared between 2 or more people as they are responsible jointly.

JUDICIAL IMMUNITY

term that describes the immunity that a judge has from civil liability for actions performed as a judge.

JOINT ENTERPRISE

the term used that describes an enterprise that is engaged in by 2 or more people with common interests and goals. See joint adventure; partnership.

JURY PROCESS

The method that a jury is summonsed and compelled to attend a court.

JAILBREAK

The term used to describe an escape from jail that is accompanied by violence and force.

JOURNALIST

These are called “shield laws” and are enacted to give journalists and media people the permission to decline to revel confidential information sources.

JUDGE ADVOCATE

a term given to an officer of a military court martial who can act as the prosecutor.

JOINT TENANCY

This term applies where land or property is owned by 2 or more people.

JUDGMENT CONDITIONAL

the term used when a decision is rendered as long as one of the parties carries out certain actions.

JUST CAUSE

A reason that is legally acceptable or sufficient. A request’s just cause is essential to get certain court action. Also known as good cause.

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