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Legal Terms - Part 2

Legal Terms Part 2

DefinitionTerm
In error in printing or writing Errata
Bringing someone in custody from one state to another state or country extradition
The part of a charge that weighs out heavily against the accused, the primary subject matter of an issue. Gravamen
To pledge money by law for a specific purpose. Hypothecate
A witness called by one side, but whose interest/bias lies with the other party. Hostile witness
To provide evidence that contradicts a witness' testimony To impeach testimony
Logical conclusion drawn from a basis assumed or known to be true. Inference
An order either forbidding or, in some circumstances compelling action Injunction
A degree or judgement, given provisionally during the course of a legal action. Interlocutory
A person voluntarily joining in an action, with permission of the court. Intervenor
A person who has passed away without having prepared a valid will. Intestate
An area, either geographical or type of law, within which a court may exercise its authority to hear cases. Jurisdiction
A court that may consider only certain matters has ___ Limited jurisdiction
A court that may hear any matter constitutionally permitted has ___ General jurisdiction
An article of personal or movable property. Chattel
A court that has power to hear and decide a case before any appellate review has ___ Original jurisdiction
To decrease a sentence imposed on a criminal based on certain considerations under sentencing guidelines. To mitigate
To increase a sentence imposed on a criminal based on certain considerations under sentencing guidelines. To aggravate
A witness whose testimony is prejudicial to the case of the party who called him, whether or not the witness is actually hostile. Adverse witness
Dispute mediation by an impartial third party, typically an experienced lawyer or retired judge. Arbitration
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