Immunity
Grant by the government, which assures someone will not face prosecution in return for providing criminal evidence.
Impeachment of a Witness
An attack on the credibility (believability) of a witness through evidence introduced for that purpose.
In Camera
In chambers, or in private. A hearing in camera takes place outside of the presence of the jury and the public.
In Forma Pauperis
In the manner of a pauper. In a legal sense, it refers to permission given by the court to an indigent person to proceed in a case without paying court costs or filing fees.
In Propria Persona
In court it refers to persons who present their own case without lawyers. See Pro Se.
Inadmissible
That which, under the rules of evidence, cannot be admitted or received as evidence.
Incarcerate
To confine in jail.
Independent Executor
A special kind of executor, permitted by the laws of certain states, who performs the duties of an executor without intervention by the court.
Indeterminate Sentence
A sentence of imprisonment to a specified minimum and maximum period of time, specifically authorized by statute, subject to termination by a parole board or other authorized agency after the prisoner has served the minimum term.
Indictment
A written accusation by a grand jury charging a person with a crime.