What Does It Mean for a Defendant to Be Tried

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Essay

What does it mean for a defendant to be tried in absentia? In what two situations may a defendant be tried in absentia?

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Definitions:

Cohabitation

Cohabitation is the arrangement where two individuals who are not married live together in an intimate relationship, often sharing a common living area.

Civil Union

A legally recognized union of a couple, similar to marriage, providing legal rights and protections but not necessarily all the same as those of marriage.

Alternative Marriage

Forms of marital relationships that differ from the traditional model, including same-sex marriages, open marriages, and group marriages.

Lone Parent

A single parent who is solely responsible for raising their children without the participation of the other parent.