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1. One not trained in law.

2. An order commanding an accused to appear in court.

3. Judicial officer having strictly limited jurisdiction exercising some of the functions of a judge.

4. Violation of a professional duty to act with reasonable care and in good faith without fraud or collusion.

5. A hearing in which certain rights are respected such as the right to present evidence - to cross examine and to have findings supported by evidence.

6. The act of staking money - or other thing of value - on an uncertain event or outcome.

7. 1. An act of omission or commission in violation of law which carries criminal consequences. 2. Criminal activity in general relating to a specific time or place.

8. The state - as in the People of the State of Florida.

9. To deprive a person of his liberty by legal authority.

10. One who knowingly - voluntarily - and intentionally unites with the principal offender in the commission ofa crime. A partner in a crime.

11. A proceeding similar to a trial - without a jury - and usually of shorter duration.

12. For the judge or jury to determine and declare the guilt of the defendant.

13. Formal conclusion by a judge or jury on issues of fact.

14. A failure to respond to a lawsuit within the specified time.

15. A rule or order prescribed for management or government.

16. A lawsuit - litigation - or action. Any question - civil or criminal - litigated or contested before a court of justice.

17. Refers to statutes and judicial proceedings involving persons or businesses that cannot pay their debts and seek the assistance of the court in getting a fresh start.

18. The seat occupied by judges in courts.

19. A mutual understanding and intention between two or more parties. The writing or instrument which isevidence of an agreement. (Although often used as synonymous with contract - agreement is a broader term.)

20. The public calling of the docket or list of causes at commencement of term of court - for setting a time for trial or entering orders.

21. A form of legal co-ownership of property (also known as survivor ship ). At the death of one co-owner - the surviving co-owner becomes sole owner of the property.

22. Chains or shackles for the hands to secure prisoners.

23. Law enacted by the legislative branch of government - as distinguished from case law or common law .

24. A jury which is unable to agree on a verdict after a suitable period of deliberation.

25. That quality of evidence which tends to influence the trier of fact because of its logical connection with the issue.

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