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Today's Terms
Writ of possession
Definition:
This is the writ of execution employed to enforce a judgment to recover the possession of land in an unlawful detainer action or personal property in a detinue action.
Plea Bargain
Definition:
An agreement between the defendant, a judge, and a prosecutor in which the defendant admits guilt, usually in exchange for a promise that a particular sentence will be imposed.
Release on Recognizance (ROR)
Definition:
To be released from custody without bail while a case is pending. This is often referred to as parole.
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