2 Legal Terms & Maxims Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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Legal
A
Connected with or allowed by the law
2
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Terminology
A
Special words or expressions used in relation to a particular subject or activity
3
Q
Common legal terms
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- Criminal law
- Civil law
- Will & Administration of Estates
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
4
Q
Criminal law terms are commonly encountered in
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- criminal trials
- legal documents
- trial procedures
5
Q
Accused
A
A person who has been “arrested and formally charged” with a criminal offense.
6
Q
Prosecutor
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A person who “institutes a prosecution” before the court.
7
Q
Charge
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The “specific statement” of what crime the party is accused.
8
Q
Defence counsel
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A “lawyer representing an accused” in a criminal action.
9
Q
Prima facie
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- Based on the first impression; accepted as correct until proved otherwise.
- Strong evidence accepted from the first impression.
10
Q
Beyond a reasonable doubt
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The standard of proof required for conviction, eliminating reasonable doubt of guilt.
