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What Is an Adversarial System of Justice

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What is an adversarial system of justice?


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Misdemeanor

A crime that is less serious than a felony and is punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment for less than one year.

Probable Cause

A reasonable ground for belief in the existence of facts warranting certain actions, such as the issuance of a warrant.

Nolo Contendere

A legal plea whereby a defendant in a criminal case does not admit guilt but also does not dispute the charges, allowing for a conviction without an admission of guilt.

Grand Jury

A legal body empowered to conduct official proceedings to investigate potential criminal conduct and to determine whether criminal charges should be brought.

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