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Ex post facto
Definition:
After the fact, ordinarily used in reference to constitutional prohibition on ex post facto laws. For example, a person cannot be punished for conduct committed before a criminal law was enacted
Interlocutory appeal
Definition:
An appeal to an appellate court of a temporary or provisional order of a trial court. The appellate court is not required to hear the appeal
Deprivation of custody
Definition:
The court transfers legal custody of a person from parents or legal guardian to another person, agency or institution. It may be temporary or permanent.
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