Terms Starting with "C"
8 legal terms found
Caveat Emptor
The principle that the buyer alone is responsible for checking the quality and suitability of goods before making a purchase.
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Charge Sheet
A formal report filed by the police before a Magistrate under Section 173 CrPC upon completion of investigation, containing accusations against the accused along with evidence collected.
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Cognizable Offence
An offence in which a police officer has the authority to arrest without a warrant, investigate without court permission, and register a First Information Report (FIR).
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Consideration
Something of value given, promised, or done in exchange for a promise, forming an essential element for the validity of a contract.
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Constitutional Remedy
The legal mechanisms provided under the Constitution, particularly Articles 32 and 226, enabling citizens to approach courts for enforcement and protection of their fundamental rights against State violation.
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Contempt of Court
Willful disobedience of a court order or conduct that scandalizes, lowers the authority of, or obstructs the administration of justice.
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Criminal Conspiracy
An agreement between two or more persons to do an illegal act or to do a legal act by illegal means, punishable under Sections 120A and 120B of the Indian Penal Code.
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Culpable Homicide
The act of causing death by doing an act with the intention of causing death, or with the intention of causing bodily injury likely to cause death, or with knowledge that the act is likely to cause death.
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