Illinois Compiled Statutes > 505 ILCS 82 – Food and Agriculture Research Act
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- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Petty offense: A federal misdemeanor punishable by six months or less in prison. Source: U.S. Courts
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.