Used when dealing with a case of liability before a court of law 1) former acquittal 2) former conviction 3) pardon 4) justified procedure: a formal examination of the facts and law in a civil or criminal action before a court of law to decide an issue. Judicial review: When a court reviews a court decision to ensure that the court did not go beyond what it is authorized to do under the law or failed to do what it should have done. Court order: A legally binding decision of a court. A court order is usually documented and contains instructions from a court judge. Failure to comply with a court order has legal consequences. Fees: Fees charged by an institution. For example, money paid to take legal action. Used when the accused is not in custody on the basis of this document and the accused is expected to appear in court for the first time in a particular case. Argument: Presentation to convince the court to make a specific decision. May include the presentation of case law and a review of the facts to demonstrate why the arbitrator should make a decision in his or her favour. Also known as submissions. Chief Justice/Judge: Each level of the court has a Chief Justice or Judge. They are responsible for the judicial administration of their respective courts.

Quasi-crime: Quasi-criminal refers to a fair prosecution or proceeding that has some, but not all, of the qualities of law enforcement. Supreme Court of Canada: The highest court in Canada. It hears appeals from the courts of appeal of each province and territory and the Federal Court of Appeal. Tolerance: forgiveness of the illegal or harmful act of others. In family law, it is usually the forgiveness of an act of adultery or cruelty and the continuation of the relationship between the parties as it was before. Courts will not grant divorce on the basis of adultery or cruelty if there is obvious or tacit acquiescence. Recourse: The court`s treatment of an injustice. Depending on the issue, the court may assert a right, impose a penalty, or order the infringer to pay damages to the aggrieved party as compensation for the harm caused. Financial Report: A judicial form (Form F8 to the Supreme Court and Form 4 to the Provincial Court) used to set out the income, expenses, assets and debts of a party under oath or insurance of the party. Oath: Solemn promise: A formal or legally binding promise to do something like tell the truth in court, by formally and often naming God or a loved one as a witness.

Document Submission: This is the process of adding documents to a court record by submitting the original and one or more copies to the court office. A fee will be charged for the submission of certain documents. Examination for discovery: Cross-examination of a party under oath on the issues in dispute in the pre-trial action. An investigative review takes place outside the court, where no one is present except the parties, counsel for the parties and a court reporter. The court reporter submits a transcript of the hearing, which can be used in the trial in certain circumstances. Divorce decree: A document issued by a court attesting that a marriage has ended. If the judgment has not been appealed within thirty days, the divorce becomes final. Used when a voir dire is the next scheduled court event. Used when a higher court orders a new trial. Used when the court indicates that the purpose of the postponement is for the parents present to prove age and notification in relation to the reason for publication “TPA” (To Proof Age). Bad faith: Bad faith can mean many things: acting dishonestly, deceiving a person, intentionally not doing what should be done, committing fraud, intentionally discriminating against a person, abusing government or legal power, being unfair or unreasonable. Petition: A pleading in a civil action in which the plaintiff or plaintiff sets out the cause of action and invokes the court`s jurisdiction to make a decision in the case.

Offences: Offences are a category of offences that are usually more serious offences and carry higher maximum penalties than summary conviction offences. Since these offences may have greater consequences for the accused if convicted, the accused has the choice of which level of court will hear the trial. The accused can choose whether the trial in provincial court should take place before a provincial court judge. If this is the defendant`s decision and the defendant is found guilty, the maximum possible penalties are the same as if they had been tried in federal court. See summary conviction and hybrid crime. Defense counsel: Lawyers involved in the legal proceedings. Used when a hearing is required on request to determine whether the juvenile should be tried in adult or juvenile court. Used following an appearance when an adjournment to a later hearing date is initiated or requested by the applicant. Used to indicate the appearance of a defendant who is in custody in court in the case and is used until bail has been granted or denied or the defendant has elected to remain in custody.

Party(ies): A person or entity, corporation or governmental authority in a dispute to be heard by a court or tribunal, including the defendant, the Crown, the plaintiff or plaintiff, a plaintiff or appellant, and the respondent. Other participants such as witnesses, lawyers or agents are not parties. Family violence (family violence): The term includes violence or threat of violence by an intimate partner and other family members, wherever and in any form of such violence occurs. This can happen during, at the end or after a relationship. Domestic violence includes violence against children. Specific enforcement: A court order that compels someone to perform an obligation, often something that is stipulated in a contract. Final decision: An order or judgment of the court that finally confers the rights of the parties. Also known as a final arbitral award or final judgment. A final decision can only be annulled by a higher court. However, in family matters, parties can apply for a new order if circumstances change significantly. Best interests of the child: Judges use it when making decisions about parenting and children in family matters. The needs and well-being of children are the most important factors.

The judge must decide what is best for the children, not what is best for the parents. Notice to appear: A notice to appear is a document that asks someone to appear in court. It may be handed over to the accused by the officer at the scene of the crime if the accused has not been arrested, with the accused being invited to appear in court on a specific day. It may also be given to a witness who asks him to appear in court to testify in a trial. Request of the Chambers: pre-litigation procedure before a judge or prothonotary. Court authorization: The court`s authorization to process certain types of applications or to proceed in a certain way. Acquittal: An acquittal is a criminal court that is not found guilty. Plaintiff: An old term for the person who brings an action in a civil court. Now called applicant. Custody: If a party has custody of the children, it means that they have the right and obligation to make decisions for those children, and that the children live with that party, at least temporarily.

Used following the appearance when the court indicates that there is not enough time on that day to complete the hearing, trial or judgment within the allotted time. Spousal support: Financial assistance paid to a former spouse under a court order or agreement. Sometimes called maintenance; sometimes referred to as maintenance elsewhere outside British Columbia. Spousal support is different from child allowance or special or exceptional expenses. Oath/Affirmation: These words are used when a party or witness swears by a holy book (such as the Bible) to tell the truth or makes a solemn confirmation (promise) that he or she will tell the truth in court. Used when the court dismisses charges due to the prosecutor`s failure to appear (accused/plaintiff/contestant is present). Fine: A fine is a penalty or aspect of a penalty that involves a sum of money to be paid to the court. Testimonials: Explaining or saying something that can be considered sworn evidence in court. A glossary is a list of terms that relate to a particular topic and its meaning. Links to glossaries of legal terms and words used in court can be found under Glossaries and translations. See also: Documents can be sent by email to JudInfo@txcourts.gov, by fax to (512) 463-1648, or by mail to: Human trafficking: Human trafficking means buying and selling something, especially if the trade is illegal.

Trafficking can include drug trafficking, arms trafficking and other illegal goods. Trafficking in human beings includes, but is not limited to, domestic and international trade and the transportation of persons for the purpose of labour and prostitution. Used in planning cases and judges in courtrooms. Used when the case is pursued by an Aboriginal sentencing circle.