That which is due or owing by the government. 2. The constitution of the United States provides, art. 6, s. 1, that all debts contracted or engagements entered into, before the adoption of this constitution, shall be as valid against the United States under this constitution, as under the confederation. It has invariably been the policy since the Revolution, to do justice to … [Read more...]

That part or section of the economy which is controlled by government and not private citizens and entities who are earning a profit. … [Read more...]

In the US, all criminal defendants may ask for an attorney to represent them, at no cost if they cannot afford an attorney. The defense attorney hired and provided by the government is known as the public defender. … [Read more...]

1. A service that is free and/or performed for the benefit of the members of the general public. A service provided for free to the community or citizens by the government or by private corporations (such as a regulated public utility.) 2. Employment within government. … [Read more...]

Intellectual property, such as a creative work, invention or logo that is not or no longer protected by copyright and available to be used without permission or authorization from its owner. This will frequently occur after the expiration of a copyright, patent or trademark. Something that is shared with and owned and freely used by the community for public purposes and cannot … [Read more...]