Another name for a curative act or statute. See Lockbart v. Troy, 48 Ala. 584. … [Read more...]
HEAR YE HEAR YE THIS COURT IS NOW IN SESSION
A well known phrase that a bailiff of the court may call out when a court begins session and announces the entrance of the judge. … [Read more...]
HEALSFANG
In Saxon law. A sort of pillory, by which the head of the culprit was caught between two boards, as feet are caught in a pair of stocks. Cowell. … [Read more...]
HEARING
(A) This is a court appearance on a specific matter, usually taking place in trial court, in which a court session takes place to review evidence and arguments that are presented in an effort to resolve a disputed issue. Common examples include a hearing on the issuance of a temporary restraining order, a preliminary injunction or child custody and support issues. A hearing may … [Read more...]
HAWBERK
A coat or shirt of mail; hence, derivatively (In feudal law) one who held a fief on the duty or service of providing himself with such armor and standing ready, thus equipped, for military service when called on. Wharton. … [Read more...]