J.D.
An abbreviation for juris doctor or doctor of jurisprudence and the formal name
given to the university law degree in the United States.
Jactitation
A false boast or claim that does harm or injury
to another.
Jail
1) to incarcerate or imprison 2) a type of prison, usually indicates holding on
a temporary basis; either awaiting arraignment, other findings, or detention for
a short determinate period of time
Jihad
A tenet of islamic law to adherents, with the reward of eternal life in
Paradise, if they promote and exhort the word of Muhammed and the Koran to
others, often including the use of violence.
Joint And Several Liability
liability of more than one person for which each
person is required to pay back the entire amount of a debt or damages.
Joint Custody
A Court decision that both parents share joint legal custody and joint physical
custody
Joint Tenancy
When two or more people are equal owners of a property
Judex
A form of judge in early Roman law.
Judgment
official decision given by a court that rules in favor or against the case
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Judicial Branch
A branch of government; judges