The person who, in court proceedings, records and prepares a written transcript of the proceedings. See also stenographer. … [Read more...] about COURT REPORTER
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COURTS OF PRINCIPALITY OF WALES
A species of private courts of a limited though extensive Jurisdiction, which, upon the thorough reduction of that principality and the settling of its polity in the reign of Henry VIII., were erected all over the country. These courts, however, have been abolished by 1 Wm. IV. c. 70; the principality being now divided into two circuits, which the judges visit in the same … [Read more...] about COURTS OF PRINCIPALITY OF WALES
COURT ROLLS
The rolls of a manor, containing all acts relating thereto. While belonging to the lord of the manor, they are not in the nature of public books for the benefit of the tenant … [Read more...] about COURT ROLLS
COURTS OF REQUEST
Inferior courts, in England, having local jurisdiction in claims for small debts, established in various parts of the kingdom by special acts of parliament, They were abolished In 1846, and the modern county courts (g. v.) took their place. 3 Steph. Comm. 283. … [Read more...] about COURTS OF REQUEST
COURT TRIAL
A trial by judge, where the judge adjudicates questions of fact and law and renders a decision. See also a jury trial. … [Read more...] about COURT TRIAL