Polling the jury

Individually asking each member of a jury what his or her decision is. This is done by the judge, at the defendant’s request, immediately after the verdict.

criminal court

Legal services; Courts

Division of the trial court which has jurisdiction of a particular crime. Defendant in criminal court is entitled to a jury trial.

contempt

Legal services; Courts

Obstructing or assailing the authority or dignity of the court such as by intentionally violating a court order.

advocate

Legal services; Courts

Someone who helps and support another person. He will take sides and promote his client's view and interest.

International Court of Justice (ICJ)

Organizations; Legal services; United Nations; Courts

Sometimes known as the "World Court", ICJ is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations (UN) founded in 1946. Its statute is a multilateral agreement annexed to the ...

Hague Tribunal

Organizations; Legal services; United Nations; Courts

Headquartered at the Hague, Netherlands, the Hague Tribunal was originally established by the Hague Peace Conference in 1899 to provide a permanent court accessible at all times ...

state abortion prosecution

Legal services; Courts

In an American state where abortion is considered a felony, "state abortion prosecution" is a legal proceeding against the person who aborted or against the person who performed ...