Browse full definitions for every SQ term in the Amicus glossary.
/ˈskwɑːd kɑːr/
The suspect was apprehended after officers arrived in a squad car.
The term 'squad car' is commonly used in legal contexts involving law enforcement actions, criminal procedure, and police reports.
/ˈskwɛər brækɪts/
The judge's opinion included square brackets to indicate the insertion of omitted text.
Square brackets are often used in legal drafting to denote inserted or altered text within quotations for clarity or to indicate editorial changes.
/ˈskwɒtərz raɪts/
The squatters' rights enabled the occupant to claim legal ownership after several years of undisputed residence.
Squatters' rights typically arise under adverse possession laws; precise requirements and protections vary significantly by jurisdiction.
