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an opportunity for an attorney to present new evidence that wasn't presented at the initial trial and that may overturn the juries initial ruling
paralegal
a person trained in legal matters but not fully qualified as a lawyer.
conviction
a formal declaration that someone is guilty of a criminal offense, made by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court of law.
adjourn
break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later
invoke
cite or appeal to (someone or something) as an authority for an action or in support of an argument.
sequestration
(legal) the isolation of a jury from the public, or the separation of witnesses to ensure the integrity of testimony.
evidentiary
of or for providing evidence.
subsequently
after a particular thing has happened; afterward.
bailiff
an official in a court of law who keeps order, looks after prisoners, etc.
unwavering
steady or resolute; not moving.
internment
imprisonment; captivity; confinement
intersected
to cross, go through something, or overlap
render
to give or make a decision
loathsome
repulsive
defuse
to calm or ease a difficult situation
protocol
a code of conduct or rules and expectations for a certain situation
impaired
weakened or damaged
epilepsy
a neurological disorder that is often characterized by seizures
schizophrenia
a psychiatric disorder with symptoms of withdrawal into self and affects a person's ability to think, feel, and behave clearly
bipolar disorder
a disorder that is associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to extreme highs
multiple sclerosis
a condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord, causing a wide range of potential symptoms, including problems with vision, arm or leg movement, sensation or balance
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