lawhandbook.sa.gov.au

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freedom of association


The right to belong, or not belong, to an industrial association (trade union).
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onus of proof


Burden of proof.
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abduction


Unlawful removal of a person (often a child) from their home environment.
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abuse of process


Misuse or unjust use of court procedure, e.g. long delay in bringing an action may disadvantage a defendant.
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accused


Person charged with a criminal offence.
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adjourn


To suspend a court hearing, usually to a future specified day, but sometimes without setting a future date (sine die). Noun: adjournment.
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administrator


1. A person appointed to manage the estate of a person who has died without leaving a will, or the financial affairs of a person who lacks legal capacity. Fem: administratrix. 2. A person appointed to [..]
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affidavit


A written statement sworn on oath or affirmed before a person with authority to administer it, such as a justice of the Peace. The person who swears or affirms the affidavit is called the deponent. Af [..]
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affirmation


A pledge that statements made are true which may be made in place of an oath if an oath is contrary to a person's religious belief or if the person has no religious belief. It can be used where a [..]
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aggravating factors


Circumstances that make an offence much more serious.
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