[Answer] What does it mean if someone is acquitted?

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...When someone is acquitted, it means they’re found not guilty of a crime. This can be determined by either the judge or the jury. An acquittal means there was not enough evidence provided to convict the person of the crime.

[Answer] What does it mean to “be served”?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What does it mean to “be served”?"

...Used in both criminal and civil cases, a subpoena is given to anyone who might have helpful information pertaining to a case — and is usually not someone who is under suspicion of guilt. A subpoena is a summons that details when your appearance is required in court. If someone doesn’t arrive to testify, they can be found in contempt of court, which is a crime.

[Answer] What is the term when a witness or suspect willingly lies under oath?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the term when a witness or suspect willingly lies under oath?"

...Perjury occurs when a witness is caught lying under oath, an act that’s considered a felony in both criminal and civil trials. Like most legal terms, the word has Latin roots and comes from the word “perjurium” meaning “false oath.” A witness could commit multiple perjuries but only be convicted once (though the punishment could be increased).

[Answer] What is the name of the test required to become a lawyer?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the name of the test required to become a lawyer?"

...Anyone who wants to practice law must first take and pass what is commonly known as the Bar Exam. The specific format and duration varies by jurisdiction, but students must take the specific exam required for each jurisdiction they plan to practice law in. Law students typically prepare for months for the exam, and if they do not pass, they can take it again. However, the test is only administered twice a year.

[Answer] What does it mean to file Chapter 11?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What does it mean to file Chapter 11?"

...Chapter 11 is known as a “reorganization bankruptcy,” where the debtor — usually a business owner — can keep running a business but must submit a plan to reorganize its finances and pay back any debt. In 2021, there were more than 3,500 commercial filings for Chapter 11 in the United States.

[Answer] What is a jury’s final decision called?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is a jury’s final decision called?"

...After hearing a trial, the jury goes into a deliberation room to determine guilt or innocence. The final decision they emerge with is called the verdict. It’s read out by the jury foreman, but is also proofread first by the judge to eliminate any potential mistakes.

[Answer] What is a synonym for “Hibernian”?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is a synonym for “Hibernian”?"

...1. Albian 2. Celtic 3. Scotch 4. Basque