PRETRIAL DETAINEE
the term applied to the defendant who is held prior to their trial on criminal charges because no bail is posted or is denied a pre-trial release.
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the term applied to the defendant who is held prior to their trial on criminal charges because no bail is posted or is denied a pre-trial release.
This the person who is responsible for damage or an act but who can blame someone else for it.
the term that is given to a sentence 3 times the normal sentence for a crime that is given to a habitual criminal.
the term that is given to a widow who holds property by a virtue of the right of a wife to her husband’s property. See dower rights.
the term given to a trial with only a judge and no jury.
the name given to a witness whom is unfavourable to the person who is questioning them and will give testimony to favour the opposite side.
used to describe a property that borders or adjoins to another property.
a mortgage that is the subject to the first and second mortgage.
the name given to the situation where the plaintiff and the defendant both contributed to the injury that is seeking damages.
extra material that is presented at an equity trial that supports a cause of action or defence or will correct a defect in an original cause of action or defence. See equity.
the term that is applied to a sudden and severe injury like a blow to the head or a crushing injury to an arm or leg.
a trial where a judge will make the decision and issue a verdict after having heard a case.
a trust that needs action by the originator for it to become fully effective and meaningful.
this is the term that applies to a nuisance that exists all of the time and under all circumstances.
the term that is applied to all of the people who have an interest in a law suit.
the act of legislature that creates a corporation and sets forth its franchise that defines the organisation of a corporation.
This term is applied to acts that bear a stamp of ill will, vindictiveness, spite etc.
This the federal agency that regulates and controls air commerce, air safety and oversees the operations of the airports.
a witness who testifies to the general character and reputation of the person on trial.
an affidavit that is presented in addition to the original and supports your contention further.
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