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Legal Terms - Part 3

Legal Terms Part 3

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Formal statement by convicted defendant as to whether there is any reason why judgement should be not be against him. Allocution
Particularly important ruling or decision that affects large segments of society/law, establishes important new legal principles, or changes established ones. Landmark/benchmark decision
An issues which a court is capable to decide; a question appropriate for judicial consideration Justiciable
A statutory claim created to ensure payment to contractors and suppliers on construction projects. Mechanic's lien
A motion filed by a party to a lawsuit which asks the court for an order or ruling limiting or preventing certain evidence from being presented by the other side at the trial of the case. Motion in limine
Cases or court decisions whose underlying facts are similar. On all fours-On point
A defendant in a criminal case who is released from custody not by posting bond, but on his simple promise to appear in court as required. Own recognizance (OR)
Relative equality in status, amount, or value. Parity
A witness with firsthand knowledge of a matter, who observed the events. Percipient witness
Damages that can be definitively ascertained and carry a quantifiable monetary value Pecuniary damages
Rejecting a prospective juror without having to reveal any reason why. Peremptory challenge
A document presented to a court by a plaintiff which cites alleged wrong doing on the part of a defendant and requests specific relief. Plea, Pleadings, or Prayer
A prior court ruling or opinon. Precedent
Bias or preconceived opinion formed before the evidence is fully heard. Prejudice
Standard for winning in a civil matter. Preponderance of evidence
Standard for conviction in a criminal trial. Beyond a reasonable doubt
A money award to a plaintiff above and beyond actual damages suffered. Punitive damages
To formally retract a previous statement. Recant
A repeat, habitual criminal/offender Recidivist
A motion commanding the disclosure of documents during discovery Motion to compel
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