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Concurrent sentence
Definition:
Sentence under which two or more prison or jail terms are served simultaneously, and the prisoner is entitled to discharge when the longest term specified expires (i.e., sentences of 1 to 15 years and 0 to 5 years means a maximum sentence of 15 years). Differs from a consecutive sentence, which is when the sentences are served back-to-back. (A 1 to 15 and 0 to 5 consecutive sentence could mean up to 20 years).
Preliminary inquiry
Definition:
In Juvenile Court, an investigation and study conducted by the probation department upon receiving a referral to determine whether further action should be taken.
Statute of limitations
Definition:
The judgment formally pronounced by the court upon the defendant after conviction in a criminal prosecution, imposing the punishment to be inflicted.
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