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Of or pertaining to the system of rules which a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and which it may enforce by the imposition of penalties.
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waiver
Law; General law
A voluntary and intentional relinquishment of something, especially some known rights. It can be done by express statement or by conduct.
war crimes
Law; General law
Brutal crimes committed by a country's armed forces during a war. Such acts are done in violation of international laws, treaties and practices regarding military conflict ...
ward
Law; General law
A person who is under the care of a guardian appointed or confirmed by a court of law. Usually, a ward can be a minor or an incompetent person who is incapable of taking care of ...
warranty
Law; General law
A promise made by the seller of a product to the buyer regarding the performance of the product or for doing something.
warrant of committal
Law; General law
The power of a judge or magistrate in some countries to enforce a judgment against a person or corporation. This action is initiated when the person or corporation refuses or ...
will
Law; General law
A legal document which is executed by a person to distribute his estates on the event of his death.
writ
Law; General law
An order issuing from a court of justice and requiring the performance of a specified act, or giving authority and commission to have it done.
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