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  • In Loco Parentis

    Legal Definition and Related Resources of In loco parentis Meaning of In loco parentis (Lat.) In the place of a parent; as, the master stands towards his apprentice in loco parentis. Browse You might be interested in these references tools: […]

  • Victimless Crime

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  • Standard of Proof

    There are three standards of proof:In criminal cases, the offense must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.In civil cases, a mere preponderance of the evidence.(more likely than not).In some civil cases, and in juvenile proceedings such as a permanent end of parental rights, an in […]

  • Young Offender Institution

    Detention in a young offender institution in Law EnforcementMain Entry: Law Enforcement in the Legal Dictionary. This section provides, in the context of Law Enforcement, a partial definition of detention in a young offender institution.ResourcesSee AlsoLaw Enforcement Officer Policeman Law […]