A family asset is anything owned by both spouses together, or by either spouse separately and ordinarily used for a family purpose. They are subject to division on the breakdown of the marriage. The most common examples of family assets are the family home and its contents and the family car. Other family assets might include bank accounts or inves [..]

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Abduction

An absolute discharge may occur where the accused is found guilty or has pleaded guilty, but is deemed not to have been convicted of the criminal offence and no punishment or restrictions are placed upon them by the judge. Such a discharge cannot be given if the offence carries a minimum punishment, or is punishable for 14 years or greater.

The emotional, financial, physical, psychological, sexual or verbal maltreatment of a person or animal. See also: Child Abuse;Economic/Financial Abuse; Elder (Senior) Abuse; Emotional Abuse; Physical Abuse; Psychological Abuse/Psychological Harassment; Sexual Abuse; Using the Children; Using the Court; and Verbal Abuse.

A parent's time with his or her children following the breakdown of the parents' relationship. Access usually refers to the visits of a child with the parent who doesn't have the child's primary residence.

The opportunity or right of the public to watch court proceedings.

Taking responsibility for an action or decision.

The accused is the person charged with a criminal offence. Also known as the Defendant.

An acquittal is a court finding of not guilty.