They Broke the Law You Be the Judge 2 Flashcards
Warrant (noun)
There was a warrant out for Ava’s arrest.
A written court that authorizes the search of property or the arrest of a person.
GED (noun)
Jonathan got a GED because he dropped out of high school in ninth grade.
Stands for general equivalency diploma. It is earned by passing a series of tests, offered as an alternative to a traditional high school diploma.
Felony (noun)
Joe committed a serious felony.
A serious crime usually punishable by a year or longer in jail.
Shoplifting (noun)
Yuli was caught shoplifting medical supplies.
The criminal act of taking or hiding merchandise from a store without paying for it.
Mediation (noun)
Paisley went to her mediation group.
A court process where two people who have a dispute try to reach an agreement with the help of a neutral mediator, then the agreement is sent to the judge for approval.
