Legal Glossary

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larceny - An actual or constructive taking away of the goods or property of another without the consent and against the will of the owner with a felonious intent t deprive the owner thereof.

law and motion - levy - A seizure; the obtaining of money by legal process through seizure and sale of property.

liability - A legal responsibility, obligation, or debt.

libel - A method of defamation expressed by print, writin-, pictures or signs. In its most general sense any publication that is injurious to the reputation of another.

lien - A claim which a person has upon the property of another as security for a debt owned to the lienholder.

limited action - A civil action in which recovery of less than a certain amount (as specific by statue) is sought. Simplified rules of procedure are used in such actions.

lis pendens - A pending suit.

litigant - A party to a lawsuit; one engaged in litigation.

locus delicti - The place of the offense.