Proof of claim - A written statement describing the reason a debtor owes a creditor money, which typically sets forth the amount of money owed. (There is an official form for this purpose.)⏎
Prosecute - To charge someone with a crime. A prosecutor tries a criminal case on behalf of the government⏎
Pro se - Representing oneself. Serving as one's own lawyer.⏎
Nolo contendere - No contest. A plea of nolo contendere has the same effect as a plea of guilty, as far as the criminal sentence is concerned, but may not be considered as an admission of guilt for any other purpose.⏎
Motion - A request by a litigant to a judge for a decision on an issue relating to the case.⏎