Indictment - The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies. See also information.⏎
Issue - 1. The disputed point between parties in a lawsuit; 2. To send out officially, as in a court issuing an order.⏎
Liquidation - The sale of a debtor's property with the proceeds to be used for the benefit of creditors.⏎
Judgeship - The position of judge. By statute, Congress authorizes the number of judgeships for each district and appellate court.⏎
Judicial Conference of the United States - The policy-making entity for the federal court system. A 27-judge body whose presiding officer is the Chief Justice of the United States.⏎