Pander
To provide products or services which cater to the sexual gratification of others. To entice another into prostitution.
Parole
To release from confinement after serving part of a sentence, usually with terms and conditions provided in the parole order.
Parole Violation
An act that does not conform to the terms of parole.
Periodic Rate
Annual Percentage Rate (APR) divided by the days, weeks or months in a year.
Perjury
Intentionally making a false statement under oath.
Permanent Residency
Usually referring to a type of entrance visa status by the INS.
Plea
The defendant's formal answer to a charge.
Plea Bargain
A plea of guilt to a lesser offense in return for a lighter sentence.
Prayer for Judgment, 1st Offense (NC)
Asking the court to give leniency. No finding of guilt by the court.
Pre-Trial Intervention
An extensive background check to help determine if charges will be pressed.
Pro Se
Representing oneself without legal counsel
Pro Se
Probation
Relief of all or part of a sentence on the promise of proper conduct.
