Glossary of Legal Definitions
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Records Retention And Disposal Schedule
A system or plan covering all records kept by a court that states what records may be disposed of and when.
Recuse
To excuse (oneself) or be excused from a criminal or civil proceeding because of conflict of interest. For example, a judge may recuse himself or herself from a case because of personal or professional involvement with 1 or more of the parties.
Remittitur (Of Record)
The transfer of the records of a case from a Court of Appeal to the original trial court for further action or other disposition as ordered by the appellate court.
Reporter
A court official that records the proceedings in trials, including the questions asked of, and answers made by, witnesses.
Request For Admission
A method of discovery in which 1 party formally and in writing asks the opposing party to admit the truth of certain facts relevant to a case. (See also discovery.)
Reset
To put on the court calendar again. (See also calendar.)
Residency
The usual, official place of residence. The place where a person makes his or her home.
Respondent
The person against whom an appeal is made; the responding party in a dissolution, nullity, adoption, or probate case. (See also dissolution, nullity.)
Restraining Order
A court order that tells a person to stop doing something for a certain amount of time, usually until a court hearing is held. (See also injunction.)
Reverse
When an appellate court sets aside the decision of a trial court. A reversal is often accompanied by a remand to the lower court for further proceedings.
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