Criminal Procedure

noun a formal statement of the cause of an action or defense

adjective characterized by or expressing earnest entreaty

• The lawyer made a compelling pleading in court for his client's innocence.
• She was pleading with her parents to let her go to the concert.
• I'm tired of him pleading for forgiveness every time he messes up.
• The puppy's pleading eyes begged for a treat from its owner.

noun a legal document issued by a court authorizing law enforcement officials to conduct a search of a specified location

• The police obtained a search warrant before entering the suspect's home.
• The cops got a search warrant to bust into the guy's place.
• The feds scored a search warrant to raid the dude's crib.
• Obtaining a search warrant is like getting a golden ticket to uncover the truth.

verb to inform someone of their legal rights, especially the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney, as per the Miranda warning

• The police officer made sure to mirandize the suspect before questioning.
• Hey man, remember to mirandize them before you start asking questions.
• Don't forget to mirandize that dude before you start grilling him.
• Before making any decisions, it's important to mirandize all the possible consequences.