Root: JUR/JUS/JUD Level 6 Lesson 6

Front

What is a group of people sworn to abide by the laws to determine the truth?

Back

jury

Front

Who is a person chosen to interpret laws, decide on a winner, or settle a controversy?

Back

judge

Front

What does it mean to justify?

Back

to prove; to offer

Front

What does abjure mean?

Back

to give up rights; to recant

Front

What term describes something that is lawful and fair?

Back

just

Front

What is the term for the administration of law and justice?

Back

jurisdiction

Front

What is a jurist?

Back

a person who is an expert in law or legal matters.

Front

What does justice refer to?

Back

the principle of fairness and moral rightness.

Front

What is the act of justifying something?

Back

justification

Front

What does it mean to adjudicate?

Back

to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter.