Legal Terminology Quiz

Study Notes

Controlled Substance: A drug or chemical whose possession and use are regulated by law.
Handcuff: Shackles consisting of metal loops, locked in pairs.
Unlawful Search Case: A legal scenario involving an illegal search.
Desecration: An act of disrespect or blasphemy, especially towards a sacred entity.
Corpse: The dead body of a human being.
Defense: The act of protecting someone or something from attack.
Allegation: A formal accusation.
Disproportionate: Out of balance.
In Kind: Using something similar in return.
Infringement: Violating an agreement or right.
Evidence: Facts used to support a claim.
Surveillance: Close observation of a person or group.
Satisfaction: The state of being gratified.
Just: Legally or morally correct.
Apprehend: To anticipate with fear; to arrest.
Pull Over: To steer a vehicle to the side of the road.
Vehicle: A conveyance for transporting people or objects.
Search Warrant: A legal document authorizing a search.
Detention: Temporary confinement.
Arrest: Taking someone into custody.
Flight: Act of escaping.
Coercive: Intended to force someone.
Flee: To run away quickly.
Possession: Ownership of something.
Excessive: Beyond acceptable limits.
Refrain: To resist doing something.

Summary Judgment: A judgment made by the court before the final verdict.
Default Judgment: A ruling given if a legal party fails to appear in court.
Mistrial: A legal proceeding that is invalid or inconlcsuive.
Confession of Judgment: A judgment based on a written agreement by the debtor.
Grounds: Reasons or basis for belief or disbelief.
Standing: Legal right to bring a lawsuit.
Consent: Agreement or approval.
Order: Logical arrangement.
Non-moving: Stationary.
Inference: Conclusion drawn from evidence.
Credibility: Believability or trustworthiness.
Dispose Of: To deal with or settle.