Terms — P
9 terms starting with P — sourced from official Australian government websites
People involved in a court case. Applicants, appellants, respondents and defendants are generally called 'parties'.
The punishment imposed by a court on a person found guilty of an offence.
The criminal offence of making a false statement under oath or affirmation in a judicial proceeding.
The person who brings a civil action against another person (the defendant).
The accused's formal response to a criminal charge — either guilty or not guilty.
A court order requiring an offender to be supervised in the community for a specified period instead of being imprisoned.
The regular and orderly progression of a lawsuit, including all acts and events between the time of commencement and the judgment.
A court order preventing a lower court or tribunal from exceeding its jurisdiction.
The process of bringing a criminal charge against a person. Also refers to the lawyers who present the case on behalf of the state.