A continuance, also called a case continuation, is a judicial order that postpones a scheduled hearing, trial, or other proceeding to a later date. It does not dismiss the case, but temporarily delays it for reasons such as preparation, unavailable parties, or procedural issues.
Bail forfeiture occurs when a defendant fails to appear in court as required, resulting in the court keeping the bail money or bond as a penalty. It is a legal mechanism to enforce compliance with court orders and can lead to additional consequences such as arrest warrants and loss of collateral.
Having an attorney on retainer means engaging a lawyer through a formal agreement that provides ongoing legal services in exchange for a fee paid in advance. This arrangement ensures that the attorney is available to provide legal advice, representation, or other services as needed over a specified period.
Fighting extradition refers to the legal and diplomatic efforts made to contest a request for a person’s surrender to another jurisdiction. It involves courts, governmental appeals, and human‑rights arguments aimed at preventing the transfer.
Absconding parole refers to a parolee’s intentional failure to comply with supervision requirements, such as missing scheduled check‑ins or fleeing jurisdiction. This violation typically triggers revocation proceedings, possible re‑incarceration, and additional legal penalties.
A ‘No Soliciting’ sign in a neighborhood indicates that residents do not wish to be approached by unsolicited salespeople, canvassers, or other visitors. The legal enforceability of such signs varies depending on local ordinances and constitutional protections for certain types of speech.
In legal citations, “et seq.” is a Latin abbreviation meaning “and the following,” used to refer to a section and the sections that follow it. It helps to cite a range within statutes or legal documents without listing every section individually.
Tax inclusive pricing is a method of displaying the cost of goods or services where the applicable tax is already integrated into the listed price. This means the consumer pays the stated amount without additional taxes added at the point of sale.
OCA is an acronym commonly used in the legal and judicial fields, typically standing for Office of Court Administration. It refers to the administrative body responsible for managing court operations, case records, and judicial support services in various jurisdictions.
Unplatted refers to land that has not been formally mapped and recorded in a plat. Such parcels rely on alternative legal descriptions and may face additional regulatory steps before development.