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Subpoena
An official order to appear in court (or at a deposition) at a specific time. Failure to obey a subpoena to appear in court is punishable as a contempt of court.
Accessory
A person who assists in the commission of a crime, either before or after the fact.
Tort
An injury or wrong committed, either with or without force, to the person or property of another, for which civil liability may be imposed.
Manslaughter
A person recklessly causes the death of another, or acting under extreme emotional disturbance, causes the death of another, or acting under circumstances when a person reasonably believes the circumstances provide a legal justification or excuse for his conduct constitutes manslaughter.
Search warrant
An order issued by a judge or magistrate commanding a sheriff, constable, or other officer to search a specified location.
Miranda rule
The rule, pronounced in Miranda v. Arizona, that confessions are inadmissible in a criminal prosecution if the police do not advise the suspect in custody of certain rights before questioning.
Bench warrant
An order issued by the court for the arrest of a person
Burglary
The unlawful breaking into or entering of a building or dwelling with the intent to commit a serious crime or theft.
Admissible evidence
Evidence which can legally and properly be used in court.
Restitution
Court-ordered payment to restore goods or money to the victim of a crime by the offender.
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