The person or party who brings a lawsuit against another party in a civil court.

The full right and power of a state to govern itself without interference from outside sources or bodies.

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend after serving their sentence or undergoing rehabilitation.

A writ ordering a person to attend a court.

A wrongful act or an infringement of a right (other than under contract) leading to legal liability.

A formal legal document ordering or prohibiting some act.

The intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused.

A serious crime, typically one involving violence, regarded as more serious than a misdemeanor, and usually punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.

Entering another's land or property without permission or legal right.

A legal judgment that officially and formally clears a defendant of criminal charges.

A constitutional guarantee that a person will receive fair and equal treatment under the law, including the right to a fair trial.

The degree, quantity, nature, and extent of interest which a person has in real and personal property.

Legal work undertaken voluntarily and without payment or at a reduced fee as a public service.