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Today's Terms
Abstract of record
Definition:
A short, abbreviated form of the case as found in the record.
Fifth Amendment
Definition:
Among other rights, the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees that a person cannot be compelled to present self-incriminating testimony in a criminal (or juvenile) proceeding.
Levy
Definition:
A seizure; the obtaining of money by legal process through seizure and sale of property.
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