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TERM DEFINITION/MEANING

Separation of A system in which the powers of the government are divided among three separate
Powers but interrelated branches: the legislative, the executive, and the judiciary branch.
Each branch is independent, has a separate function, and may not usurp the
functions of the other. Their relationship allows for a system of checks and balances
to operate effectively.

Sexual Offences A class of sexual conduct prohibited by the law.

Statute A formal law or rule. Whether it is enacted by a government, company, or other
organization, a statute is typically written down.

Supreme Court The highest judicial court in a country or state.

Tenancy A contract by which the owner of real property (the landlord), grants exclusive
possession of that real property to another person (tenant), in exchange for
the tenant's periodic payment of some sum of money (rent).

Tenure A right, term, or mode of holding or occupying something of value for a period of
time.

Tort An act or omission that gives rise to injury or harm to another and amounts to a civil
wrong for which courts impose liability.

Trespass The act of knowingly entering another person's property without permission. Such
action is held to infringe upon a property owner's legal right to enjoy the benefits of
ownership.

Warranty Refers to a guarantee or promise which provides assurance by one party to the other
party that specific facts or conditions are true or will happen.

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