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Today's Terms
Plead Guilty (guilty plea)
Definition:
When defendant admits to having committed a charged offense.
Unlawful Detainer
Definition:
The unjustified retention of the possession of lands by one whose original entry was lawful and of right, but whose right to possession has terminated and who refuses to vacate the premises.
Bail
Definition:
An amount of money determined by the judge and posted with the court as security to ensure the defendants appearance in court at a specific time.
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