Legal Dictionary

What it is

Every governing definition of a legal term in one place — so when a document or statute uses a word you don't know, you actually understand it.

Why it's different

Free and public. The vocabulary of the law shouldn't be a gate that keeps people out.

How it works

• 31,000+ clear, original definitions.
• Plain-language explanations of legal terms and concepts.
• Open to everyone, no account required to browse.

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