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CYBERSPACE

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Another word to describe the Internet, the non-physical space that exists between computer nodes. … [Read more...]

CYBERSQUATTING

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The act of buying a domain name that reflects a known business, person or valid trade or service mark for the purpose of selling the name back to a legitimate potential owner for profit. The Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act of 1999 empowers the victim of a cybersquatter to file a lawsuit to obtain the domain name and sue for financial compensation. The registration, … [Read more...]

CUSTODY OF CHILDREN

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The care and control of minors which are awarded to one or both parents in a separation or divorce proceeding (sole or joint custody). … [Read more...]

CUT

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crim. law. To wound with an instrument having a sharp edge. A wound made with a sharp instrument. … [Read more...]

CUSTODY OF THE LAW

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Property is in the custody of the law when it has been lawfully taken by authority of legal process and remains in the possession of a public officer (as a sheriff) or an officer of a court (as. a receiver) empowered by law to hold it. … [Read more...]

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