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Browse Dictionary: Letter "A"

Assault /əˈsɔlt/

Assault is the intentional threat or use of force against someone.

Arraignment /əˈreɪn.mənt/

Arraignment is a formal court proceeding where charges are read.

Annulment /əˈnʌl.mənt/

Annulment legally declares a marriage null and void.

Arson /ˈɑːr.sən/

Arson is the intentional burning of property.

Assumption of Risk /əˈsʌmp.ʃən əv rɪsk/

Assumption of risk is voluntarily accepting known dangers.

Arrest Warrant /əˈrest ˈwɔːr.ənt/

An arrest warrant is a legal document authorizing law enforcement to detain someone.

As Is /əz ɪz/

"As is" means purchasing property in its current condition.

Automobile Exception /ˈɑː.t̬ə.moʊ.biːl ɪkˈsep.ʃən/

The automobile exception allows warrantless vehicle searches when probable cause exists.

Actus Reus /ˈæk.təs ˈreɪ.əs/

Actus reus is the physical element of a crime.

Assault and Battery /əˈsɑːlt ənd ˈbæt̬.ɚ.i/

Assault and battery involve threats and physical harm.

Arrest /əˈrest/

An arrest is the legal detention of an individual by authorities.

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