An assault crime that results in a greater offense due to another condition, such as an assault (physically attacking another person) using a dangerous or deadly weapon which acts to aggravate the seriousness of the crime to a greater level. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition An assault with circumstances of aggravation, or of a heinous character, or with intent to … [Read more...] about AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
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AFTER ACQUIRED TITLE
When a second party acquires title to a property that ostensibly was already transferred to another party. The property should go to the first person who properly acquired title. … [Read more...] about AFTER ACQUIRED TITLE
AGE OF MAJORITY
The legal age of adulthood when a person is able to perform certain actions such as being able to enter into a binding contract, voting in a general election, creating a valid will and the ability to purchase alcohol. It is also the age when parents are no longer required to make child support payments. The age of majority is 18 in most states but this also varies according to … [Read more...] about AGE OF MAJORITY
AGGRAVATED BATTERY
See also aggravated assault; the presence of a condition (such as a deadly weapon) which results in a crime greater than simple battery (the unlawful touching of another person.) … [Read more...] about AGGRAVATED BATTERY
AFTERMARKET
Second hand market or manufacturers for a product that is not the original equipment manufacturer, e.g. a market which sells less expensive, compatible power adapaters for Sony products. … [Read more...] about AFTERMARKET