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An action or proceeding instituted in a proper court on behalf of the public for the purpose of securing the conviction and punishment of one accused of crime. … [Read more...] about CRIMINAL PROSECUTION

A little close adjoining a dwelling-house, aud inclosed for pasture and tillage or any particular use. Jacob. A small place fenced off in which to keep farm cattle. Spelman. The word is now entirely obsolete. … [Read more...] about CROFT

A defendant's mental capacity to understand the charges brought against them as well as any consequences of their actions. Also may refer to the liability in criminal law rsulting from one's actions. … [Read more...] about CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY

Pilgrims; so called as wearing the sign of the cross on their upper garments. Britt. c. 122. The knights of the order of St. John of Jerusalem, created for the defense of the pilgrims. Cowell: Blount. … [Read more...] about CROISES