Letter G: Glossary of Legal Terms

Grand jury

A body of 16-23 citizens who listen to evidence of criminal allegations, which is presented by the prosecutors, and determine whether there is probable cause to believe an individual committed an offense. See also indictment and U.S. attorney.

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Table of Contents
Title I – Scope of Rules; Form of Action (Rules 1 and 2)
Title II – Commencing an Action; Service of Process; Pleadings, Motions, and Orders (Rules 3-6)
Title III – Pleadings and Motions (Rules 7-16)
Title IV – Parties (Rules 17-25)
Title V – Disclosures and Discovery (Rules 26-37)
Title VI – Trials (Rules 38-53)
Title VII – Judgment (Rules 54-63)
Title VIII – Provisional and Final Remedies (Rules 64-71)
Title IX – Special Proceedings (Rules 71-73)
Title X – District Courts and Clerks: Conducting Business; Issuing Orders (Rules 77-80)
Title XI – General Provisions (Rules 81-87)
Title XII – Appendix of Forms [Abrogated]
Title XIII – Supplemental Rules for Admiralty or Maritime Claims and Asset Forfeiture Actions (Rules A-G)

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