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Hypothetical question
A form of question generally used for expert witnesses. The examiner states a factual foundation (often based on disputed facts) and asks the expert to draw conclusions based on the hypothetical foundation. The hypothetical question includes only facts already in evidence.
Fine
A sum of money paid as part of a penalty of conviction for a particular criminal offense.
Not guilty by reason of insanity
The jury or the judge must determine that the defendant, because of mental disease or defect, could not form the intent required to commit the offense.
Original jurisdiction
The court in which a matter must first be filed.
Detention hearing
In Juvenile Court, a judicial hearing, usually held after the filing of a petition, to determine interim custody of a minor pending a judgment
Locus delicti
The place of the offense.
Directed verdict
In civil cases in which there is insufficient basis for any other conclusion, the judge may direct the jury to render a specific verdict. Criminal defendants may also ask the court to rule in their favor rather than submitting the case to the jury.
Ne exeat
A writ that forbids the person to whom it is addressed to leave the country, the state or the jurisdiction of the court.
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