Glossary of Legal Definitions
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Notice
A written announcement or warning. For example, a notice to the other side that on a certain date a particular motion will be made in court.
Notice Of Entry Of Judgment
A court form telling the parties about the judges decision in a lawsuit.
Nullity
The legal invalidation of a marriage; annulment. (Compare dissolution.)
Nunc Pro Tunc
When a court order is issued on 1 date but is effective retroactively (as of a date that is in the past); from the Latin for now for then.
Negligence
When someone fails to be as careful as the law requires to protect the rights and property of others.
Noncustodial Parent (NCP)
The parent that does not have primary care, custody, or control of a child. (See also custodial parent.)
Nonfeasance
Failure to perform an act that you are legally responsible for.(Compare malfeasance, misfeasance.)
Nonservice
When a summons or warrant is issued but not served (delivered).
Notary Public
A person authorized under civil law to administer oaths, to attest (affirm) and certify that certain documents are authentic, and to take depositions.
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