Legal Terms

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Jury

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A group of people chosen to listen to the facts in a trial and to decide if a person is guilty or not guilty.

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Writ

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A legal document from a judge that tells you that you will be involved in a legal process and explains what you must do.

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Appeal

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A request for a higher court to review and reverse the decision made by a lower court.

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Justice

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Term for a judge who serves on the Supreme Court.

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Jurisdiction

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The territory and type of cases over which a court has legal authority.

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Unconstitutional

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Something that goes against the rules of the Constitution or violates the rights guaranteed by the Constitution.