Latin: He follows up or pursues; he prosecutes. See Now PROS. … [Read more...] about PROSEQUITUR
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PROTECTIVE CUSTODY
When a person is confined by government so as to ensure the safety and security of the individual. Typically this will involve a key government witness whose life may be in danger as a result of agreeing to testify in a criminal case. The witness may be placed into protective custody. … [Read more...] about PROTECTIVE CUSTODY
PROSOCER
Latin: In the civil law. A father-in-law's father; grandfather of wife. … [Read more...] about PROSOCER
PROTECTIVE ORDER
A court order which instructs a person to cease and desist from abusing or harassing the person who sought the order. See also TPO or TRO. … [Read more...] about PROTECTIVE ORDER
PROSOCERUS
Lat. In the civil law. A wife's grandmother. … [Read more...] about PROSOCERUS