Resisting Arrest
the knowing and physical resistance to a lawful arrest
Resolution
The formal decision of an organization. A motion which has obtained the
necessary majority vote in favor.
Respite
an agreement between a debtor and creditor that
grants an individual time to satisfy debts due to a momentary inability to
pay
Restitution
1) returning or recovering to a former state
2)the return of a possession to the owner or other individual entitled to said
possession
Retainer
A contract between a lawyer and his client,
wherein the lawyer agrees to represent and provide legal advice to the client,
usually in exchange for money.
Rider
A written amendment as to the coverage of an
existing life or health insurance policy.
Right Against Self-incrimination
provided by the fifth amendment in the US Constitution; it allows an individual
to refuse to answer questions or provide other evidence that would lead to
criminal prosecution without presupposing guilt
Riot
Three or more persons who assemble and advance a purpose together, using force
if necessary, and raising alarm of a reasonable person.
Robbery
Theft under threat or use of force.
Rout
A common law and public order criminal offense
which has gone beyond an unlawful assembly in that some action has been taken
towards either the crime intended or the disturbance of the peace.