Comprised of complaints, answers and replies. Previously decided case which guides future decisions. The greater weight of evidence, or evidence that is more credible and convincing to the mind, but not necessarily the greater number of witnesses. An inquiry conducted at the request of the court after a person has been found guilty of a criminal offense. Provides the court with extensive background information to determine an appropriate sentence.
Most states have laws that provide for a share of estate property to go to such children.
A meeting in which attorneys for both sides meet the judge in advance of the trial to seek to clarify or narrow the issues. In criminal law, one who commits an offense, or an accomplice who is present during the commission of the crime. In commercial law, the amount received in loan, or the amount upon which interest is charged. In the law of agency, one who has permitted or engaged another to act for his or her benefit, in accordance with his or her direction and subject to his or her control. The court with authority to supervise estate administration.