To make or declare that an act is unlawful or illegal. … [Read more...]

A mark made by persons who are unable to write, to stand Instead of a signature; usually made in the form of a Maltese cross. As an adjective, the word is applied to various demands and proceedings which are connected in subject matter, but opposite or contradictory in purpose or object Cross-action. An action brought by one who is defendant in a suit against the party who is … [Read more...]

To accuse of a crime; to admit having committed a crime or misdemeanor. 2. It is a rule, that a witness cannot be compelled to answer any question which has a tendency to expose him to a penalty, or to any kind of punishment, or to a criminal charge. 3. An accomplice, admitted to give evidence against his associates in guilt, is bound to make a full and fair confession of the … [Read more...]

An action by a defendant in an action, against the plaintiff in the same action, upon the same contract, or for the same tort; as, if Peter bring an action of trespass against Paul, and Paul bring another action of trespass against Peter, the subject of the dispute being an assault and battery, it is evident that Paul could not set off the assault committed upon him by Peter, … [Read more...]

Refers to the entire procedure of bringing a criminal to justice, from investigation, through arrest, charges, trials, sentences and punishment. … [Read more...]