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Fact-finding hearing: A
proceeding where facts relevant to deciding a
controversy are determined.
Fair Preponderance: Evidence
sufficient to create in the minds of the triers of fact
the belief that the party which bears the burden of
proof has established its case.
Felony: Crime of grave nature
than a misdemeanor.
Fine: A sum of money imposed upon
a convicted person as punishment for a criminal offense.
File: "To file" a paper
is to give it to the court clerk for inclusion in the
case record.
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