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Most Popular Legal Definitions
fornication
the general act of sexual intercourse between unmarried individuals; may or may
not be adultery but refers to the relationship between the individuals engaged
in the action
unlawful assembly
The act of assembling for the purpose of starting a riot or breaching the
peace.
vigilante
Someone who takes the law into his/her own hands by trying or punishing another
person without any legal authority.
contingency fee
a method of payment of legal fees represented by a percentage of an award
sentence
The punishment given to a person who has been
convicted of a crime. It may be time in jail, community service, or a period of
probation.
statutes
The written laws approved by legislatures, parliaments or elected or appointed
houses of assembly. Also known as legislation.
gerrymander
The intention setting of electoral boundaries taking into account traditional
voting patterns, so as to attempt to influence the taking of an elected office.
prohibition
A legal restriction against the use of something or against certain
conduct.
Inchmaree Clause
A standard clause in maritime insurance contracts covering risks of events not
directly related to perils at sea such as loading accidents.
par value shares
Shares issued by a company which have a minimum
price.