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Simple English definitions for legal terms

excuse

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A quick definition of excuse:

Excuse: An excuse is a reason someone gives to avoid getting in trouble for something they did wrong. In court, an excuse can be used to show that the person should not be punished for their actions because they had a good reason for doing what they did. For example, if someone was driving a sick person to the hospital and got pulled over for speeding, they could use the excuse that they were trying to get the sick person help as quickly as possible.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: An excuse is a reason given in court to avoid being held responsible for something. If someone has a valid excuse, they will not be punished for their actions.

For example, if someone is charged with driving under the influence (DUI), they may use an excuse defense if they were driving an injured person to the hospital and there was no other way to get them there. In this case, the driver may not be punished for DUI because they had a valid excuse for their actions.

Another example of an excuse could be if someone was late for work because their car broke down on the way. They could use this as an excuse for being late, and their employer may not punish them for it.

Overall, an excuse is a reason given to avoid being held responsible for something. It is important to note that not all excuses are valid, and it is up to a judge or employer to determine if an excuse is acceptable.

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Dkk
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Exactly. My version of that awful poem.
Dkk
19:19
I can accept a president with maybe one or two of the poems traits hut good God, all of them??? No ty.
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president who respects sex is crazy
windyMagician
19:20
we had bill clinton already
Dkk
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Bill Clinton, first and last black president
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19:23
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Dkk
19:26
It needs more alcohol. You tingle when your nerves need watering.
19:27
try stretching it maybe to see what's up
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19:27
I'm sober lol
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21:03
You think you just fell out of a coconut tree?
jackfrost11770
21:10
nope dk
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22:37
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jackfrost11770
23:16
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23:25
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Dkk
23:48
@chickenburgahfart: I would do that in the Army if really desperate for food or if I had to work through lunch. One of the few fast food places I go to.
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Dkk
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I will take In N Out everyday over it when I can though.
texaslawhopefully
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In N Out is not only the best fast food place, but the prices too are fantastic
Dkk
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Indeed, indeed.
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