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Probable cause
A judicial finding that there exists reasonable grounds for belief that a person should be arrested or searched.
Restitution
A party is said to "rest" or "rest his case" when he/she has presented all the evidence he/she intends to offer.
Corroborating evidence
Evidence supplementary to that already given and tending to strengthen or confirm it.
Appeal
The bringing of a case to a higher court for review of a lower court's order or judgment.
Preliminary injunction
In civil cases when it is necessary to preserve the status quo prior to trial, the court may issue a preliminary injunction or temporary restraining order ordering a party to carry out a specified activity.
Respondent
Literally, "a superior (or master) must answer." The doctrine which holds that employers are responsible for the acts and omissions of their employees and agents, when done within the scope of the employees' duties.
Guardian
A guardian has the authority to consent, on behalf of an infant, child or incompetent, to marriage, enlistment in the armed forces, or major medical, surgical, or psychiatric treatment. Includes legal custody
presentment
In felony cases, the first appearance before a judge at which the defendant is formally notified of the charges and a date is set for a preliminary hearing. No plea is entered at this stage. If, after the preliminary hearing, the case is bound over to the District Court, the defendant will enter a plea during arraignment in District Court. (Presentment is often incorrectly called arraignment.)
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