Burden of Proof

Posted on June 15th, 2018
The duty to establish facts in a dispute. In civil matters, this burden may be a “preponderance of the evidence” or “clear and convincing evidence”.…

Bond, Bail, or Bail Bond

Posted on June 15th, 2018
A promise that the defendant in a misdemeanor case will appear in court when required. This promise is normally guaranteed by the defendant or someone else posting money or property with the court. There are four types of bonds: personal recognizance bond, cash bond, ten-percent bond, and a surety…

Bench Warrant

Posted on June 15th, 2018
An order issued by the court (from the bench) for the arrest of a person, so that (s)he may be brought before the court.…