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Today's Terms
Felony
Definition:
An offense for which a sentence to a term of imprisonment in excess of one year may be imposed. For the purpose of sentence, felonies are divided into five categories or classes: A, B, C, D and E felonies.
Hearing
Definition:
A court proceeding where testimony is given, exhibits are reviewed, and/or legal arguments are made to help a judge decide an issue in a case.
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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