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What is the term for the person in court who has to defend himself against an accusation?
Defendant.
What is the party called that is getting sued in court?
defendant
What is a court order requiring the appearance of a witness names by the defendant called?
Subpoena.
What is it called when the formal charge against the defendant is read aloud in court?
araignment
Who is The defendant's written response to the plaintiff's complaint that is filed with the court and served on the plaintiff?
The defendant's written response to a plaintiff's complaint is called an Answer.
In civil cases what is the person being sued called?
Defendant. He has to defend him self against the plaintiff's accusation.
What is it called when the defendant is called before the court to answer the indictment and the time place and date of the trial is set?
arraignment
What if the defendant is not called back to court at the end of probation period?
If this happens then a warrant is put on their arrest
How do you contest forfeiture?
you file an answer to this accusation called a claim & answer to libel. or verified answer in appellate court. good luck finding the form!
What is the difference between a prosecution witness and a defense witness in a court case?
A prosecution witness is called by the government to provide evidence against the defendant, while a defense witness is called by the defendant's legal team to provide evidence in support of the defendant's case.
What is the difference between the defendant and the plaintiffin civil court matters?
The plaintiff is the person or organization that INITIATES a legal action, against another person, who is called the defendant.
Does a defendant have to testify in court?
No, a defendant does not have to testify in court. It is their constitutional right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves.
