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"WITHOUT prejudice" is indeed the key phrase! It means that the current case against the defendant is dismissed, HOWEVER, the prosecution has the option of re-charging the defendant again - perhaps after they cure a defect in the original case, or under a different statute. It is generally only a momentary reprieve for the defendant.
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What does it mean if a court case is dismissed and what are the implications for the parties involved?
When a court case is dismissed, it means that the case is stopped and will not proceed to trial or judgment. The implications for the parties involved can vary depending on the reason for dismissal. It could mean that the case lacks legal merit, there are procedural issues, or the parties have reached a settlement. In some cases, the dismissal may be without prejudice, allowing the case to be refiled, while in others it may be with prejudice, meaning the case cannot be brought back to court.
What is the origin of the word prejudice?
The word prejudice is circa 1290, from Old French prejudice (13 century), from Medieval Latin prejudicium "injustice," from Latin præjudicium"prior judgment," from præ- "before" + judicium"judgment," from judex (genitive judicis) "judge." The notion is of "preconceived opinion;" the verb meaning "to affect or fill with prejudice" is from 1610.
What does case status restored mean?
If a case was "stayed" for some reason - it is usually only a temporary event - if/when the judge rules that the case can resume he "restores" the case to whatever its status was prior to the stay being ordered.
What is the consequence of plaintiff failure to appear in Virginia district court?
If the defendant fails to appear in a civil court lawsuit, the plaintiff can motion the court for what is known as a default judgement. In laymen terms, they win. If the defendant shows up but the plaintiff did not, they can motion to have the case dismissed with prejudice. This means that the person who sued them cannot bring the same matter back to the courts again.
What is unjust dismissal?
If the Plaintiff or the Prosecutor disagreed with the judge's decision to dismiss the charges against the plaintiff/defendant, they might characterize the judge's decision as "unjust" meaning they did not agree with the judge's legal reasoning for doing so. OR -- in an employment situation -- it might refer to the dismissal of an empolyee under conditions that were not according to prevailing law or procedure.
What words have the root word jud?
Some words with the root word "jud" include judicious, prejudice, judgment, and adjudicate.
How do you legally remove a judgment that you were not served notification of?
The involved party may be able to file an appeal in the court where the judgment writ was issued. The person filing the appeal will need substantiating evidence that a reasonable attempt to serve notice of the lawsuit and the judgment that was awarded to the plaintiff was not made. In many states it is not necessary for the defendant to physically accept a summons. In some states a summons may be sent by registered mail. There is also the possibility the debt was sent to arbitration thereby circumventing some of the legal steps in obtaining a judgment. The failure of the defendant to respond results in a default verdict, meaning the defendant has lost the case. The state laws will determine if the time limit for an appeal has expired. If an appeal is possible, a judge will hear the defendant's argument, review any evidence and render a decision as to the validity of the lawsuit and/or judgment.
What is the meaning of prejudiced?
of Prejudice
Dismissed without prejudice in a paternity case is this possible?
Yes, a paternity case can be dismissed without prejudice, meaning that the case is closed but the plaintiff retains the right to refile the case in the future. This typically occurs when the court finds that there are procedural issues or if the parties agree to dismiss the case for some reason. Dismissal without prejudice allows for the possibility of addressing the issues later without losing the opportunity to pursue paternity claims.
What is the meaning of Fabre Defendants?
A defendant that is not part of the suit but still can be blamed. The named defendant can use a fabre defendant to reduce its liability.
What will happen if you do not appear in small claims court when summoned?
In many cases, a defendant's failure to appear (or to request a continuance) will result in a summary judgment. This can result in further legal proceedings against the defendant even if it is eventually appealed.
What happens after motion to set aside default is denied?
If a motion to set aside a default is denied, the default judgment typically stands, meaning the court's ruling in favor of the plaintiff remains in effect. The defendant may have limited options to appeal the denial, depending on the jurisdiction and specific circumstances. If the default judgment is enforced, the plaintiff can proceed with collection actions, such as garnishing wages or seizing assets, to satisfy the judgment. The defendant may need to explore other legal avenues to contest the decision or seek relief.
