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Shoplifting /ˈʃɑːp.lɪf.tɪŋ/

Shoplifting is the theft of merchandise from a store.

Slayer Rule /ˈsleɪ.ɚ ruːl/

The slayer rule prevents a killer from inheriting from their victim.

Statute of Limitations /ˌstætʃ.uːt əv lɪm.əˈteɪ.ʃənz/

A statute of limitations sets the time limit to file a lawsuit.

Self-Settled Trust /self ˈset̬.əld trʌst/

A self-settled trust allows the creator to be a beneficiary.

Strict Liability /ˈstrɪkt laɪˈæ.bəl.ə.ti/

Strict liability holds parties accountable without proving negligence.

Slander /ˈslæn.dɚ/

Slander involves false spoken statements harming someone's reputation.

Sedition /sɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Sedition involves actions aimed at overthrowing the government.

Search Warrant /sɝːtʃ ˈwɔːr.ənt/

A search warrant authorizes law enforcement to inspect specific locations.

Suspended Sentence /səˈspɛn.dɪd ˈsɛt.əns/

A suspended sentence delays imprisonment if conditions are met.

Sodomy /ˈsɑː.də.mi/

Sodomy involves certain sexual acts deemed illegal. It carries significant legal consequences.

Second Degree Murder /ˌsek.ənd dɪˈɡriː ˈmɝː.dɚ/

Second degree murder is killing without prior planning.

Stop and Frisk /ˌstɑːp ən frɪsk/

Stop and frisk permits brief detention and searches by police.

Self Defense /ˈsɛlf dɪˈfɛns/

Self defense is the right to protect oneself from physical harm.

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