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waiver of immunity
A means authorized by statute by which a witness, before testifying or producing evidence, may relinquish the right against self-incrimination, thereby making it possible for that testimony to be used [..]
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a a/k/a
Also known as. Reference on court documents to indicate a person's known alias or aliases. For example: John Q. Doe, a/k/a John Q. Smith.
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accomplice
A person who knowingly and voluntarily aids, abets, advises or encourages the principal offender in a criminal act.
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acquittal
A verdict after a criminal trial that a defendant has not been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
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action
A case, cause, suit or controversy disputed or contested before a court of justice.
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actus reus
Proof that a criminal act has occurred.
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admissible
Evidence which can be legally and properly introduced.
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affidavit
A written statement of fact given voluntarily and under oath.
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affirmed
In the practice of appellate courts, the word means that the decree or order at issue is declared valid and will stand as rendered in the lower court.
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