Statute
Written law passed by a legislature.
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Law & Civics Foundations
Legal vocabulary for citizens and students.
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Regulation
Detailed rule issued by an agency.
Contract
Legally enforceable agreement.
Tort
Civil wrong causing harm (not breach of contract).
Plaintiff
Party who brings a civil case.
Defendant
Party accused/ sued in a case.
Burden of proof
Obligation to prove allegations.
Precedent
Prior court decision guiding later cases.
Jurisdiction
Authority of a court over a matter.
Appeal
Ask a higher court to review a decision.
Due process
Fair legal procedures before deprivation of rights.
Liability
Legal responsibility for something.
Damages
Money awarded for a loss.
Settlement
Agreement resolving a dispute without full trial.