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Simple English definitions for legal terms
A quick definition of adjudication withheld:
Adjudication withheld is a legal term that means a court has not made a final decision in a case. Instead, the court has decided to delay the judgment and give the defendant a chance to complete certain requirements, such as probation or
community service. If the defendant successfully completes these requirements, the judgment may be withheld or dismissed. This is also known as
deferred judgment or deferred
prosecution.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Adjudication withheld is a legal term that refers to a court decision to not enter a judgment of guilt against a defendant who has been found guilty of a crime. Instead, the court may place the defendant
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