Legal Terms Starting with K
Kickback
Illegal payment or compensation received in return for facilitating a transaction, contract, or favorable treatment.
Criminal LawKidnapping
The unlawful seizure and detention of a person against their will through force, fraud, or threat.
Criminal LawKin
Blood relatives or family members related by birth, marriage, or adoption, important in inheritance and custody matters.
Family LawKnowingly
A mental state in criminal law where a person is aware their conduct will cause a particular result.
Criminal LawKnowledge
Awareness or understanding of facts or circumstances, often relevant in determining liability or culpability.
General Legal TermsKangaroo Court
A sham legal proceeding that ignores recognized standards of law or justice, conducted to reach a predetermined outcome.
Court ProcedureKey Person Insurance
Life insurance policy taken by a business on essential employees to protect against financial loss from their death or disability.
Business LawKiting
A fraudulent scheme involving writing checks from accounts with insufficient funds, exploiting bank float time.
Criminal Law