| Objection |
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Stating for the record in a legal
proceeding that the evidence presented is improper or unfairly
harmful to a party in the proceeding. The judge rules on the
objection and decides whether to admit the evidence. These decisions
are reviewable on appeal. |
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| Obscene
Material |
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Graphic, sexual, or violent images or
conduct not protected by the First Amendment's free speech
clause. |
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| On the
Merits |
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Decision or judgment that is based on facts
rather than actual procedure. |
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| Order |
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Written instruction or direction given by a
judge. |
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| Ordinance |
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A law, rule or regulation passed by a local
or municipal government |
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| Ordinary Course of
Business |
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The usual transactions, customs and
practices of a business, used particularly to judge the validity of
certain transactions. |
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