Civics Vocab March. 27
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Plea Bargin | negotiation between the defense attorney and the prosecutor |
| Bail | a sum of money used as a security deposit to ensure that an accused person returns for his or her trial |
| Torts | wrongful acts for which an injured party has the right to sue |
| Felony | a serious crime such as murder, rape, kidnapping, or robbery |
| Misdemeanor | a relatively minor offense such as vandalism or stealing inexpensive items |
| Common Law | a system of law based on precedent and customs |
| Precedent | A ruling that is used for a judicial decision in a later, similar case |
| Libel | written untruths that are harmful to someone's reputation |
| Lawsuit | a legal action in which a person or group sues to collect damages for some harm that is done |
| Search Warrant | A court order allowing law enforcement officers to search a suspect's home or business and take specific items as evidence |
| Double Jeopardy | putting someone on trial for a crime of which he or she was previously acquitted |
| Grand Jury | a group of citizens that decides whether there is sufficient evidence to accuse someone of a crime |
| Statute | a law written by a legislative branch |
| Plaintiff | a person or party filing a lawsuit |
| Defendant | an individual or group being sued or charged with a crime |
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