This arises as a result of a judge making a decision in a case in the absence of any precedent or law.

This term refers to the practice of releasing a defendant (or accused) from custody until their next appearance in court.

The bptc (formerly known as the bar vocational course) is intended to cover the vocational stage in a barrister's training.

Battery is a summary criminal offence under s.39 of the criminal justice act 1988.

Someone entitled or benefiting under a will.

Bailiffs and enforcement officers are authorised by the courts to exercise certain powers.

This amounts to insolvency i.e. Being unable to pay your creditors.

A lawyer who is entitled to represent clients in all of the courts.

The right of a party to some profit, distribution, or benefit from a contract or trust.

A gift of personal property (i.e. Jewellery, money).