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Today's Terms
Abstract of record
Definition:
A short, abbreviated form of the case as found in the record.
Bench warrant
Definition:
An order issued by the court for the arrest of a person
Misdemeanor
Definition:
A minor offense, lower than a felony, which is punishable by a county jail term of up to one year and/or a fine, but not prison. Misdemeanors are classified into three categories: Class A, B, and C.
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