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What does the term 'appellant' refer to?
What does the term 'appellant' refer to?
- A higher court that reviews a decision
- The individual being sued in a civil case
- The person who applies to a higher court for a decision to be reversed (correct)
- A written request to seek legal action
De facto means something that exists by law.
De facto means something that exists by law.
False (B)
What principle does 'due process' represent in the legal system?
What principle does 'due process' represent in the legal system?
Fairness
A _____ is a written request to a court for legal action or relief.
A _____ is a written request to a court for legal action or relief.
Match the following legal terms with their definitions:
Match the following legal terms with their definitions:
What happens when a court affirms a judgment?
What happens when a court affirms a judgment?
Who initiates an appeal in a legal case?
Who initiates an appeal in a legal case?
If a law mandates something, it is a ________ requirement.
If a law mandates something, it is a ________ requirement.
Due process guarantees fairness in legal proceedings.
Due process guarantees fairness in legal proceedings.
A petition is always a verbal request made in court.
A petition is always a verbal request made in court.
Flashcards
Affirmed
Affirmed
A judgment is considered valid and correct; will stand.
Appeal
Appeal
Asking a higher court to reverse a lower court's ruling.
Appellant
Appellant
The person who asks a higher court to reverse a lower court's ruling.
De facto
De facto
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Defendant
Defendant
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Petition
Petition
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Due Process
Due Process
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Jurisprudence
Jurisprudence
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De jure
De jure
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Study Notes
Legal Terms and Definitions
- Affirmed: A judgment is considered valid and will remain unchanged.
- Appeal: A request to a higher court to reconsider a lower court's decision.
- Appellant: The person initiating the appeal, seeking to overturn a lower court's decision.
- De Facto: Existing in practice or reality, regardless of formal rules or laws.
- De Jure: Existing according to the law or rules.
- Defendant: The party being sued in a civil legal case.
- Due Process: A principle ensuring fairness and legally correct procedures in the legal system.
- Jurisprudence: The study of law and legal systems.
- Petition: A formal written request to a court or authority for legal action or relief.
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Test your knowledge of key legal terms and definitions with this quiz! Each question will challenge your understanding of important legal concepts such as due process and jurisprudence. Perfect for law students and anyone interested in the legal field.
