Legal Terminology Flashcards

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affidavit

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A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.

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allegation

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Something that someone says happened.

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charge

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The law that the police believe the defendant has broken.

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complaint

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A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.

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conviction

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A judgment of guilt against a criminal defendant.

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counsel

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Legal advice; a term used to refer to lawyers in a case.

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cross examine

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Questioning of a witness by the attorney for the other side.

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defendant

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In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

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defense attorney

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Represent defendants who can't afford an attorney in criminal matters.

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evidence

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Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.