Kentucky Statutes 425.006 – Definitions
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As used in this chapter:
(1) The term “judicial officer” means any judge or any commissioner or other officer appointed by the trial court to perform the duties required by this chapter.
(2) The term “probable validity of the claim” means a claim in which it is more likely than not that the plaintiff will obtain a judgment against the defendant on that claim.
(3) The term “dwelling” as used in this chapter means a mobile home, boat or similar property used as a place of residence.
History: Created 1976 Ky. Acts ch. 91, sec. 1.
(1) The term “judicial officer” means any judge or any commissioner or other officer appointed by the trial court to perform the duties required by this chapter.
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 425.006
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(2) The term “probable validity of the claim” means a claim in which it is more likely than not that the plaintiff will obtain a judgment against the defendant on that claim.
(3) The term “dwelling” as used in this chapter means a mobile home, boat or similar property used as a place of residence.
History: Created 1976 Ky. Acts ch. 91, sec. 1.