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A search-warrant is an order in writing, Issued by a justice or other magistrate, in the name of the state, directed to a sheriff, constable, or Other officer, commanding him to search a specified house, shop, or other premises, for personal property alleged to have been stolen, or for unlawful goods, and to bring the same, when found, before the magistrate, and usually also … [Read more...] about SEARCH-WARRANT

Usually in reference to criminal records and especially those involving juvenile crime so that the files can only be examined pursuant to a court order. Records are usually sealed so as not to significantly mar the reputation and affect the life of a juvenile preventing them from becoming a productive adult member of society. … [Read more...] about SEALED RECORDS

The actions of an employee that would be reasonable expected to be performed in the course of employment. An employer is responsible for the actions of an employee performed within the scope of employment, even injuries caused by the employee, under the doctrine of respondeat superior. … [Read more...] about SCOPE OF EMPLOYMENT

Where instruments are executed in part and counterpart, the original or principal is so called. In English probate practice. A will, codicil, draft of will or codicil, or written instructions for the same. If the will is destroyed, a copy or any paper embodying its contents becomes a script, even though not made under' the direction of the testator. Browne, Prob. Pr. 280. … [Read more...] about SCRIPT

In old English law. A tax, or tribute; one's share of a contribution. Scot and lot. In English law. The name of a customary contribution, laid upon all subjects according to their ability. Brown. Scot and lot voters. In English law. Voters in certain boroughs entitled to the franchise in virtue of their paying this contribution. 2 Steph. Comm. 360. … [Read more...] about SCOT