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Today's Terms
Burglary
Definition:
The unlawful breaking into or entering of a building or dwelling with the intent to commit a serious crime or theft.
Fourth Amendment
Definition:
The 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects every person against unreasonable search and seizure by government officials.
Dismissal without prejudice
Definition:
A dismissal which permits the plaintiff to sue again on the same cause of action or the state to proceed again. Dismissal with prejudice bars the right to subsequently bring an action on the same cause.
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