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Allegation
The assertion, declaration, or statement of a party to an action, made in a pleading, establishing what the party expects to prove.
Assault
A willful attempt to illegally inflict injury on or threaten a person.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Methods of resolving disputes outside of official court proceedings. These methods include mediation arbitration, and conciliation.
Felony
A felony is a major crime for which the maximum imprisonment is more than one year in a state correctional institution. The court may also impose a fine. Felonies are classified into four categories: capital, 1st degree, 2nd degree, and 3rd degree
Burglary
The unlawful breaking into or entering of a building or dwelling with the intent to commit a serious crime or theft.
Fraud
An intentional perversion of truth; deceitful practice or device resorted to with intent to deprive another of property or other right.
Restitution
Court-ordered payment to restore goods or money to the victim of a crime by the offender.
Tort
An injury or wrong committed, either with or without force, to the person or property of another, for which civil liability may be imposed.
Abstract of record
A short, abbreviated form of the case as found in the record.
Bench warrant
An order issued by the court for the arrest of a person
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