The aggregate of the moral qualities which belong to and distinguish an individual person; the general result of the one's distinguishing attributes. That moral predisposition or habit, or aggregate of ethical qualities, which is believed to attach to a person, on the strength of the common opinion and report concerning him. son derived from the common report of the people who … [Read more...] about CHARACTER
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CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION
A donation of money or property to a charitable organization, which may be tax deductible. … [Read more...] about CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION
CHARTE-PARTIE
Fr. In French marine law. A charter party. … [Read more...] about CHARTE-PARTIE
CHARACTER WITNESS
A witness who is called on behalf of another person (frequently a criminal defendant) to attest to the good moral character and nature of a person through their personal life experience and interaction with that person. Also frequently used to defend against allegations of fraudulent or dishonest conduct in civil actions. … [Read more...] about CHARACTER WITNESS
CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
See charitable organization and charitable institution. … [Read more...] about CHARITABLE FOUNDATION