General Legal Terms

Statements made by witnesses who have taken an oath or affirmed that they will tell the truth.

Official written, word-for-word record of court proceedings.

Formal presentation of facts to a court or jury to reach a legal decision.

A new trial that is held upon appeal from a non-record court, or from appeal of an arbitration award.

An indictment by a grand jury.

Handing over property or money to one person, to be held for the benefit of another person.