Presumption Of Advancement
A presumption in trust, contract and family law
which suggests that property transferred from a parent to a child, or spouse to
spouse, is a gift and would defeat any presumption of a resulting
trust.
Presumption Of Death
A presumption such that after a number of years, or events, an individual is
presumed to be dead and his estate managed accordingly.
Presumption Of Fact
A conclusion of fact constructed logically from other proven
facts.
Presumption Of Innocence
Synonymous with the phrase "innocent until proven guilty." It is a legal
presumption that the defendant in a criminal case is innocent until the
prosecutor proves their guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Principal
The person for whom an agent has received
instruction and to whose benefit the agent is expected to perform and make
decisions.
Prison
a place in which individuals are confined,
maintaining limited rights in comparison to free individuals
Private International Law
A specialized branch of law which resolves cases
which have an element of conflicting foreign law.
Private Law
Law which regulates the relationships between individuals. Family, commercial,
and labor law are examples of private law because the focus is on the
relationships between corporations and relationships
between individuals.
Privative Clause
A section of law that states that all or select decisions of that tribunal are
final and conclusive and not subject to judicial rule.
Privilege
A special legal advantage or right such as a benefit, exemption, or
immunity.