Legal Terms and Definitions

Glossary of Legal Terms

Hearing A formal proceeding (generally less formal than a trial) with definite issues of law or of fact to be heard. Corroborating evidence Evidence supplementary to that already given and tending to strengthen or confirm it. Objection The act of taking exception to some statement or procedure in trial or other proceeding. Used to call the court's attention to improper evidence or procedure. Liability A legal responsibility, obligation, or debt. Holographic will A will entirely written, dated and signed by the testator in his/her own handwriting. Fine A sum of money paid as part of a penalty of conviction for a particular criminal offense. Bail In criminal cases, a sum of money posted by or on behalf of a defendant to guarantee his appearance in court after being released from jail Pardon Action by an official of an executive branch of government relieving a criminal from a conviction.

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