The Person Who Files or Commences a Civil Lawsuit Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

The person who files or commences a civil lawsuit is the:

• A) plaintiff.
• B) defendant.
• C) prosecuting attorney.
• D) attorney general.

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Definitions:

Peremptory Challenge

In legal trials, the right to reject a juror without needing to provide a reason.

Testimony of Witnesses

The verbal or written statements given by witnesses under oath, used as evidence in legal proceedings.

Reverse or Modify

Legal terms referring to a court's power to change or overturn a lower court's decision upon review.

Remand

The act of sending a case back to a lower court from a higher court for further action or reconsideration.