7 - 11s glossary

Evidence
Something that proves what has happened.

Expenses
Money needed to do a particular job, for example travel costs, lunch.

Family court
A court that hears cases relating to families such as divorce and custody of children.

Fine
A sum of money to be paid as a punishment.

Football banning order
A law which bans anyone who is known to behave violently from attending a football match.

Foreman / Forewoman
The head juror, who asks questions on behalf of the jury, encourages and helps in jury discussions, and reads out the verdict.