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Chapter 78
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| jurisdicition | the right and power to apply law |
| recidivist | to fall back |
| exculpate | to clear from guilt or blame |
| vindicate | to clear of accusation or blame with supporting arguments or proof |
| impunity | exemption from punishment or harm |
| indict | to accuse of wrong doing or charge |
| contumely | rudeness or arrongance |
| litigate | to engage in legal proceedings or to bring a lawsuit |
| pilfer | to steal a small amount of items |
| injunction | a command or order |