Peremptory
Final or absolute. Not open to challenge.
Perjury
An intentional lie while under oath or in a sworn affidavit.
Perpetuating Testimony
The recording of evidence when it is feared that
the person with that evidence may soon die or disappear and that this person's
evidence, if recorded, could then be used in the future to prevent a possible
injustice or to support a future claim of property.
Perpetuity
The state of being endless and forever.
Persecution
causing pain or suffering on another based on
differences in race, religion, creed, etc.
Petit Jury
ordinary trial jury consisting of 12 persons whose job it is to uncover facts in
dispute in criminal or civil proceedings
Petition
The written document submitted to a court which
asks for the court to redress what is described in the petition as being an
injustice of some kind.
Pettifogger
An attorney or lawyer who sustains a professional livelihood on dishonest
business.
Petty Offense
A minor crime; the punishment is usually just a
small fine or short term of imprisonment.
Physical Custody
A child custody decision which grants the right
to take the day-to-day responsibility of caring for a child.