Larceny
The unlawful taking of another person's property. Larceny is commonly classified as "petty" or "grand" depending on the value of the property. Dollar values to establish classifications of "petty" and "grand" may vary from state to state.
Legal Malice
An act, committed without just cause or excuse, intended to inflict harm or cause death.
Legally Competent or Presumed Competen
For individuals 18 years of age or older, not having been declared by a court to be incapable of making informed decisions with respect to the conduct of one's personal and/or affairs
Lewd and Lascivious
Obscene, indecent.
Libel
Defamation of another person through print, pictures, or signs.
Licensed Child Placing Agenc
An agency licensed by the State to receive children for placement.
Lis Pendens
A pending suit.
