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waiver of immunity
A means authorized by statute by which a witness, before testifying or producing evidence, may relinquish the right to refuse to testify against himself or herself, thereby making it possible for his or her testimony to be used against him or her in future proceedings.
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absentia
Absent; proceedings without the defendant present.
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abstract of title
A chronological summary of all official records and recorded documents affecting the title to a parcel of real property.
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accomplice
1. A partner in a crime. 2. A person who knowingly and voluntarily participates with another in a criminal activity.
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acknowledgment
1. A statement of acceptance of responsibility. 2. The short declaration at the end of a legal paper showing that the paper was duly executed and acknowledged.
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acquit
A finding of not guilty by a judge or jury.
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action
Case, cause, suit, or controversy disputed or contested before a court of justice.
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ad litem
For the purpose of the lawsuit. For example, a guardian “ad litem” is a person appointed by the court to protect the interests of a minor or legally incompetent person in a lawsuit.
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additur
An increase by a judge in the amount of damages awarded by a jury.
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adjudication
Judgment rendered by the court after a determination of the issues.
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