Legal terms starting with B

Writing a check when you lack sufficient funds or a valid account to cover it.

Money or property pledged to secure a defendant's release before trial.

An exchange where each party gives something of value in return for something else of value.

A mutual agreement where each party gives something of value in return for something from the other.

A psychological condition resulting from repeated domestic abuse that may affect a victim's behavior and legal defenses.

Intentional physical contact with another person without consent.

A situation where two parties exchange different written contract terms and disagree about which terms control.

A trial where a judge, not a jury, decides guilt or innocence.

A court order to arrest someone for failing to appear in court or violating court orders.

A person or organization entitled to receive money or property from a trust, will, or insurance policy.

Something of value a party receives or gains from a contract.

A gift of personal property left to someone in a will.

The highest standard of proof required to convict a defendant in a criminal trial.

Being married to more than one person at the same time.

A contract where both parties make binding promises to each other.

Demanding money or favors by threatening to reveal damaging information or cause harm.

State laws regulating the sale of securities to protect investors from fraud.

Standard, pre-written contract language used repeatedly in many agreements without customization.

Standard, repetitive contract language used in many agreements without customization.

Money paid to secure release from jail before trial.

Loss of bail money when a defendant fails to appear in court as required.

Illegally manufacturing, distributing, or selling goods, especially alcohol, without proper licensing.

Displaying a weapon in a threatening manner to intimidate or frighten someone.

A failure to do what a contract requires, such as not paying or not delivering.

Failure to do what a contract requires, without a valid legal excuse.

Failing to fulfill a promise or guarantee made about a product or service.

In burglary, the act of entering a building by force, breaking through a barrier, or using deception.

Unlawfully entering a building or dwelling with intent to commit a crime.

Offering money or favors to someone in power to influence their official actions.

Offering money or benefits to a witness to influence their testimony or prevent them from testifying.

Unlawfully entering a building with intent to commit a crime inside.

The most serious form of burglary, typically involving weapons, violence, or entry into a dwelling at night.