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Today's Terms
Felony
Definition:
A felony is a major crime for which the maximum imprisonment is more than one year in a state correctional institution. The court may also impose a fine. Felonies are classified into four categories: capital, 1st degree, 2nd degree, and 3rd degree
Fourteenth Amendment
Definition:
Among other matters, the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits states from depriving any person of life, liberty, or property without adequate due process.
Search warrant
Definition:
An order issued by a judge or magistrate commanding a sheriff, constable, or other officer to search a specified location.
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