See recidivist; of and concerning recidivists. … [Read more...] about RECIDIVISM
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REBUS SIC STANTIBUS
Latin: At this point of affairs; in these circumstances. … [Read more...] about REBUS SIC STANTIBUS
RECEIVABLE
An amount due and owing, the amount to be paid for a prepaid service or product that has been delivered and is outstanding. … [Read more...] about RECEIVABLE
RECIDIVIST
A repeat criminal offender, usually one who commits the same crime multiple times. … [Read more...] about RECIDIVIST
REBUT
To contradict; to do away as, every homicide is presumed to be murder, unless the contrary appears from evidence which proves the death; and this presumption it lies on the defendant to rebut by showing that it was justifiable or excusable. Allis. Prin. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition In pleading and evidence. To rebut is to defeat or take away the effect ot … [Read more...] about REBUT