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Common law
Definition:
The body of law derived from judicial decisions, rather than from constitutions or statutes.
Postponement
Definition:
Permission to put off serving as a juror until a later time. A postponement may be available if you have health problems, a paid vacation, or other personal commitments that cannot be rescheduled at the time you are initially called for jury service.
Preponderance of the evidence
Definition:
Greater weight of evidence, or evidence that is more credible and convincing. Refers to the amount of proof necessary to win in a civil case.
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