Glossary

warrant

A document giving someone a legal right to do something. A warrant usually means a document giving the police the right to arrest someone. A Judge or (deputy) registrar may issue a warrant.

will

A legal document expressing a person's wishes for dealing with their property and other matters after they die.

without prejudice

Offers made, or positions taken, during mediation or negotiation that are not binding if the parties do not reach an agreement. These offers or positions may not be taken into account if the matter goes to a hearing.

without-notice application

An application that is not served on the person to be affected by it (the respondent) with the result that they do not take part in the hearing of the application. This is commonly called an Ex Parte application.

Youth Court

This court deals with cases of young people charged with criminal offences.

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