Legal Dictionary

Meanings of Indian legal terms, abbreviations and designations in simple English.

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AccusedLegal terminologyThe accused is the person against whom a criminal case has been started. An accused is not a convict: guilt has to be proved in court.
AffidavitLegal terminologyAn affidavit is a written statement of facts that the person making it swears or affirms to be true, usually before a notary or an oath commissioner. False statements in it can lead to penalties.
Anticipatory bailLegal terminologyAnticipatory bail is bail asked for in advance by a person who fears arrest for a non-bailable offence. If granted, the person is released on bail if arrested.

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