Glossary of legal terms

Our glossary of legal terms lets you find the terms and definitions that are commonly used in legal matters. Use the form below to find a term.

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D.U.I. (glossary of legal terms - definition of dui)

DUI stands for driving under the influence of alcohol or drug including prescription drugs. Related terms: driving while intoxicated, drunk driving, operating under the influence, ...

Date rape

Rape in which the rapist is known to the victim (as when they are on a date together)

Death penalty

The biggest penalty of all: the sentence of execution for murder or other capital crimes.

Debit card

A card released by a bank that has both the functions of an ATM and checks. It can be used to withraw cash or to pay for goods or services in places where it is accepted.

Decision

The opinion of the court in concluding a case at law.

Deed of trust

Instrument used to secure a loan on real estate. Like a mortgage, generally used in the South. The major difference is in how forclosures are handled. Forclosures are much faster with a Deed of ...

Defense

The act of representing a person during a lawsuit done by the attorney.

Demand

The act of demanding; "the kidnapper's exorbitant demands for money";

Disability

A condition that curtails to some degree a person's ability to carry on his normal pursuits. It can be partial or total, and temporary or permanent.

Disclaimer

The refusal of a beneficiary to accept property willed to him. When a disclaimer is made, the property is generally transferred to the person next in line under the will. A disclaimer is also ...

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