Legal Lexicon

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Retraction

A retraction clarifies false claims and protects the truth. Find out more about why it is important to correct misunderstandings!

Fraud on the Court

Fraud on the court refers to deception in legal proceedings with the aim of gaining unlawful advantages. Read more in the detailed article!

Perjury

Perjury refers to the deliberate act of giving false testimony under oath. Learn more about the criminal consequences and background—read now in the legal glossary!

Lie Detector

The lie detector measures physical reactions to assess the truthfulness of statements. Curious? Find out more in the detailed lexicon article!