Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Term: UP BEFORE
Definition: When someone has to go to court, they might have to appear "up before" a specific judge or court. This means they will be in front of that judge or court for a hearing or trial.
Definition: In the presence of a particular court or judge.
Example: For the bail hearing, you'll come up before Judge Franklin.
Explanation: When someone is "up before" a court or judge, it means they are appearing in front of them for a legal matter. In the example given, the person is going to appear in front of Judge Franklin for a bail hearing. This term is often used in legal settings and is informal.