Family Law
Glossaries
| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| Temporary Assistance for Needy Families | A category of public assistance paid on behalf of children who are deprived of support by one or both of their parents due to disability, or continued absence (including desertion) from the home. |
| Testimony | Statements made by witnesses who have taken an oath or affirmed that they will tell the truth. |
| Transcript | Official written, word-for-word record of court proceedings. |
| Trial | Formal presentation of facts to a court or jury to reach a legal decision. |
| Trial De Novo | A re-trial of a case. |
| True Bill | An indictment by a grand jury. |