Legal and Investigation Terms

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Statute of Limitations

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A period of limitation for the bringing of certain kinds of legal action.

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Corroborate

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Confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.

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Wrongful Conviction

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Conviction and punishment of a person for a crime they did not commit.

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Testimony

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A formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law.

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Investigator

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A person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation.

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Sentencing

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Declare the punishment decided for an offender.

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Ambidextrous

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Able to use the right and left hands equally well.

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Authenticate

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Prove or show something to be true, genuine, or valid.

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Verify

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Make sure or demonstrate that something is true, accurate, or justified.

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Witness

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A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place.