Contributors in Courts

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mistrial

Legal services; Courts

An invalid trial, caused by fundamental error. When a mistrial is declared, the trial must start again from the selection of the jury.

victim advocate

Legal services; Courts

Work with prosecutors and assist the victims of a crime.

default judgement

Legal services; Courts

A judgement rendered because of the defendant's failure to answer or appear.

grand jury

Legal services; Courts

A body of citizens who listen to evidence of criminal allegations, which are presented by the government, and determines whether there is probable cause to believe the offense was committed. As it ...

counsel

Legal services; Courts

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

law clerk

Legal services; Courts

Assist judges with research and drafting of opinions.

writ

Legal services; Courts

A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

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