Legal Terminology

An affidavit is a written statement made under oath, typically used in legal proceedings.

Cross-examination is the process of examining a witness under oath in court, typically by the opposing party.

An indictment is a formal accusation of a crime, typically issued by a grand jury.

A trial is a legal proceeding in which a court decides whether a person is guilty of a crime.

A judgment is the final decision of a court in a case.

A deed is a legal document that transfers ownership of property.

A contract is a legal agreement between two or more parties.

A trust deed is a legal document that creates a trust.

A will is a legal document that appoints an executor or administrator of an estate.

Probate is the process of distributing the assets of an estate to the beneficiaries.

An incompetency proceeding is a legal proceeding in which a court decides whether a person is mentally competent.

A divorce is a legal proceeding in which a court decides whether a marriage should be dissolved.

Adoption is a legal proceeding in which a court decides whether a child should be adopted.

A civil lawsuit is a legal proceeding in which a court decides whether a person is entitled to compensation for injuries or damages.

A criminal trial is a legal proceeding in which a court decides whether a person is guilty of a crime.