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Today's Terms
Affidavit
Definition:
An affidavit entails a written statements in which a party confirms its facts under oath, before a notary has the authority to administer oaths.
Habeas corpus
Definition:
Habeas corpus refers to the written command (writ) that is either used to bring a prisoner before the court in order to identify the legality of his/her imprisonment or it is used to bring a person in custody to give a testimony before prosecution.
Chief judge
Definition:
A chief judge is appointed by seniority and has primary responsibility over the administration of the court and decides cases at the same time.
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