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restitution
The sentence often used instead of a fine or imprisonment, designed to restore the victim to his or her condition before the crime.
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accusatory instrument
A written accusation filed with the court charging the defendant with one or more offenses.
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acquittal
The finding of not guilty.
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adjournment
A postponement of a criminal case.
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appeal
The act of seeking a higher court's review of a lower court's decision.
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arraignment
The court proceeding during which a person is informed of the charges against him or her.
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arrest
When an officer of the law takes a person into custody on probable cause with or without a warrant.
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bail and bail bonds
Bail refers to "cash bail" or a "bail bond". Cash bail means a sum of money, set by the court, posted by the defendant or any other person, upon the condition that the money will be forfeited to the state if the defendant does not comply with the directions of the court requiring his or her attendance at the criminal proceeding [..]
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