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affidavit
A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
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affirmed
In the practice of appellate courts, the word means that the decision of the trial court is correct.
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arson
a willful or malicious burning, or attempt to burn, a home, public place, vehicle or any personal property of another.
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arraignment
A proceeding in which an individual who is accused of committing a crime is brought into court, told of the charges, and asked to plead guilty or not guilty. Name:Phone: Email: How did you hear [..]
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battery
unjustified intentional physical contact intended to inflict harm.
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brief
A written statement submitted by the lawyer for each side in a case that explains to the judges why they should decide the case or a particular part of a case in favor of that lawyer's c [..]
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capital offense
A crime punishable by death.
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charge
The criminal offense which is contained in the indictment.
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charge to the jury
The judge's instructions to the jury concerning the law that applies to the facts of the case on trial.
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