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Charge
The statement accusing a person of committing a particular crime. Also the judge's instructions to the jury on its duties, on the law involved in the case and on how the law in the case must be applied.
Res ipsa loquitur
State laws requiring certain designated persons (physicians, nurses, teachers) to report to the authorities suspected cases of child abuse and injuries.
Proximate cause
A court order following a judgment on the ground of neglect or abuse, whereby the child is permitted to remain in his home, and supervision and assistance to correct the neglect or abuse is provided by the probation department or other agency designated by the court.
Subpoena
An agreement by attorneys on opposite sides of a case as to any matter pertaining to the proceedings or trial. It is not binding unless agreed to by the parties, and most stipulations must be in writing.
Abstract of record
A short, abbreviated form of the case as found in the record.
Information
The first paper filed in criminal prosecution, which states the crime of which the defendant is accused.
Adjudication
Giving or pronouncing a judgment or decree, or the rendering of a decision on a matter before a court.
Certification
Generally used to refer to the process of transferring a minor's case from the Juvenile Court to the adult court for trial. Usually reserved for capital or first-degree felonies or for chronic offenders.
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