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SWORN

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Having taken an oath, such as an oath to tell the truth under the penalty of perjury. … [Read more...]

SYNDIC

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In the civil law. An advocate or patron; a burgess or recorder; an agent or attorney who acts for a corporation or university; an actor or procurator; an assignee. In French law. The person who is commissioned by the courts to administer a bankruptcy. He fulfills the same functions as the trustee in English law, or assignee in America. The term is also applied to the person … [Read more...]

SWORN BROTHERS

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In old English law. Persons who, by mutual oaths, covenant to share in each, other's fortunes. … [Read more...]

SYNDICATE

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(A) A joint venture between organizations or businesses to further a specific goal. May also refer to criminal enterprises, e.g. a crime syndicate. (B) The act of distributing content. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A university committee; A combination of persons or firms united for the purpose of enterprises too large for individuals to undertake; or a group of … [Read more...]

SWEARING MATCH

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A case where witnesses swear they are telling the truth yet their testimony seems contradictory. A jury will decide who is most credible. … [Read more...]

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