Unit 2 Test Flashcards
1
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Burden of Proof
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Burden of Proof is to have a clear and convincing evidence to assert your claims
2
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Entrenched
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Entrenched a provision that makes certain amendments either more difficult or impossible to pass, making such amendments invalid.
3
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Infringed
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An infringement is a violation, a breach, or an unauthorized act. A harm to one’s right is an infringement.
4
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Legal entitlements
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Legal entitlements is the right to a particular privilege or benefit, granted by law or custom. You have a legal entitlement to speak to a lawyer if you’re ever arrested and put in jail.
5
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Respondent
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A respondent is someone who has to defend a case in a law court.
6
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Plaintiff
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Plaintiff is the party who initiates a lawsuit (against the defendant).
