Glossary

Factor in determining creditworthiness. Capacity is assessed by weighing a borrower’s earning ability and the likelihood of continuing income against…

The Latin meaning is “That You Take”. This is the name for several types of writs which require that a…

Case or crime for which the death penalty may be imposed.

Punishment by death for capital crime.

Sexual, sensual. Carnal knowledge is sexual intercourse.

One or more related charges, combined and made against a defendant for wrongs committed.

Chapter of the Bankruptcy Code that is usually used for the reorganization of a financially troubled business. Used as an…

Chapter of the Bankruptcy Code adopted to address the financial crisis of the nation’s farming community. Cases under this chapter…

Chapter of the Bankruptcy Code in which debtors repay debts according to a plan accepted by the debtor, the creditors…

Chapter of the Bankruptcy Code that provides for court administered liquidation of the assets of a financially troubled individual or…