Judicial System

noun a court session held periodically in specific locations to administer justice in the name of the monarch

• The assizes were held to hear criminal cases and civil disputes.
• The assizes are coming up next week, so be prepared for jury duty.
• I heard the assizes got postponed again, what a drag.
• The assizes of public opinion were clearly in favor of the defendant.

noun A person, typically a lawyer, appointed to act for another in business or legal matters.

• The attorney provided legal counsel to the defendant during the trial.
• I hired an attorney to help me with my divorce.
• My attorney is a real shark in the courtroom.
• The attorney's words were like a shield, protecting her client from harm.

noun the office or position of a magistrate; the body of magistrates as a group

• The magistracy is responsible for upholding the law and ensuring justice is served.
• I heard that the magistracy is cracking down on illegal activities in the area.
• The magistracy ain't messing around when it comes to dealing with criminals.
• She held the position of magistracy in the social circle, always mediating disputes and keeping the peace.

noun An acronym for the Supreme Court of the United States, the highest federal court in the United States

• The SCOTUS ruling set a precedent for future cases involving civil rights.
• Did you hear about the latest SCOTUS decision? It's causing quite a stir.
• The SCOTUS just dropped a major bombshell with their latest ruling.
• In the world of law, SCOTUS is the ultimate authority.