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Most Popular Legal Definitions

inter alia

Latin, meaning 'among other things.'

accomplice

Someone who assists in the commission of a crime and, unlike an accessory, is usually present at the crime

non compos menti

Latin, Not of sound mind.

bylaws

The written rules for conduct of a corporation, association, or any organization.

co-operative

a group of people formed as a separate organization and which has as a stated purpose either in regards to the public at-large or in regards to the common interests of the members

sodomy

Synonymous with buggery and referring to unnatural sex acts, including copulation, either between two persons of the same sex or between a person and an animal.

legislation

Written and approved laws.

bilateral contract

an agreement in which the parties exchange promises for each to do something in the future

indefeasible

Not to be annulled or made void; not forfeitable.

limited power of attorney

A POA limited by a condition or term or in regards to a specific item or property.