Court terms starting with M

5 terms

1. Mandamus Writ issued by a superior court to an inferior tribunal to enforce the performance of a public duty.
2. Miranda warning Requirement that police tell a suspect in their custody of his or her constitutional rights before they question him or her.
3. Misdemeanor A criminal offense lesser than a felony and generally punishable by fine or by imprisonment of less than 1 year.
4. Motion A formal, written request filed with the court. Motions are made in court all the time for many purposes: to continue (postpone) a trial to a later date…
5. Movant A party making a motion.