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“All Citizens are Equal before Law and are Entitled to Equal Protection of Law”-Article 27 of the Constitution of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
 



Issue No: 196
November 27, 2010

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law lexicon

Forfeiture - A cancellation. A legal action whereby a contract purchaser following default loses all his interest in the property.

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Fraud - A false representation of a matter of fact which is intended to deceive another.

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Garnishment - A legal proceeding in which a debtor's money, in the possession of another (called the garnishee) is applied to the debts of the debtor, such as when an employer garnishes a debtor's wages.

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General jurisdiction - Refers to courts that have no limit on the types of criminal and civil cases they may hear.

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Good time - A reduction in sentenced time in prison as a reward for good behaviour. It usually is one third to one half of the maximum sentence.

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Grand Jury - A jury of inquiry whose duty it is to receive complaints and accusations in criminal matters and if appropriate issue a formal indictment.
Grantor - The person who sets up a trust. Also referred to as "settlor."

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Grievance - In labour law a complaint filed by an employee regarding working conditions to be resolved by procedural machinery provided in the union contract. An injury, injustice, or wrong which gives ground for complaint.

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Guardian - A person appointed by will or by law to assume responsibility for incompetent adults or minor children. If a parent dies, this will usually be the other parent. If both die, it probably will be a close relative.

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Guardianship - Legal right given to a person to be responsible for the food, housing, health care, and other necessities of a person deemed incapable of providing these necessities for himself or herself.

Source: Jurist International.

 

 
 
 
 


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