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Legal Terms - care and control
Formerly, the right to the physical possession and control of the day-to-day activities of a minor. This is now dealt with under
a *child arrangements order.


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Legal Terms - care contact order
A court order granting a local authority the ability to limit *interaction with a child who is under their care (see to CARE ORDER). According to section 34(1) of the Children Act 1989, there is a presumption that children who are in the care system will have regular and appropriate contact with their parents (including unmarried parents) or those who have previously taken care of them. During an emergency situation, a local governing body has the ability to deny contact for a maximum of seven days if it determines that such action is required to protect or enhance the well-being of the child. Subsequently, one might request court approval for extended refusals.


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Legal Terms - careless and inconsiderate driving
​Driving a mechanically propelled vehicle on a road or other public place without due care and attention, or without reasonable consideration for other persons using the road or place (Road Traffic Act 1988 s 3). This is a *summary offence for which the maximum penalty is a *fine at level 4 on the standard scale and it carries 3– 9 penalty points under the *totting-up system; *disqualification is

discretionary.


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Legal Terms - care order
A court order that places a child in the custody and care of a local government, as specified in section 31 of the Children Act of 1989. Typically, a local authority is responsible for submitting an application for a care order, however the NSPCC or an individual designated by the Secretary of State can also do so. The court is authorized to issue a care order only if it determines that a child is experiencing or is likely to experience "significant" harm due to the care (or lack of care) provided by their parents, or because the kid is beyond parental control (referred to as the threshold criteria). Harm, as per the Children Act, encompasses ill treatment, including sexual abuse and non-physical types of mistreatment, as well as the detrimental impact on physical or mental health, and the hindered development across various domains such as physical, intellectual, emotional, social, or behavioral. The term "significant harm" is not explicitly defined in the statute, but it is understood to refer to harm that is substantial, notable, or significant, rather than being insignificant or unimportant (Re B (Care Proceedings: Appeal) [2013] UKSC 33). Once the court is convinced that the threshold criteria have been met

Once the court has determined that the child's needs have been met, it must then assess whether a care order would be the most beneficial course of action for the child. By doing so, it should carefully examine the care plan developed for the child. Instead of issuing a care order, the court has the option to issue a supervision order or a section 8 order. Since the implementation of the Human Rights Act 1998, the court is obligated to ensure that granting a care order does not violate Article 8, which guarantees the right to respect for family life. The court must be convinced that any involvement by the state in the relationship between parents and children is reasonable in relation to the legitimate goal of safeguarding family life. A care order grants the local authority legal authority and duty for the child who is the focus of the order. While parents still have parental responsibilities, the local authorities ultimately makes all significant decisions regarding the child. During the child's custody, the local authority is prohibited from altering the child's religion or surname, granting permission for an adoption order, or designating a guardian. There is an assumption that parents will have reasonable access to their children while they are in the care of the local authority. If the local authority wants to prohibit this, they must request a court order to restrict such contact. An individual who has legal authority over a child, the child themselves, or the local government can request to terminate a care order. A kid who is 16 years or older cannot be subject to a care order. It is crucial to differentiate between a kid who is the focus of a care order and one who is receiving voluntary accommodation from a local authority.
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Legal Terms – Calderbank Letter
Calderbank letter, also known as a Calderbank offer, refers to a legal document that is used to make a settlement offer in a legal dispute. A letter previously used in a legal action, where one side offers to settle the case on specific grounds other than seeking money or damages. The initial correspondence of this nature was dispatched in the legal matter known as Calderbank v Calderbank [1976] Fam 93 (CA). Since the implementation of the Civil Procedure Rules in 1999, Calderbank offers are commonly referred to as Part 36 offers. Nevertheless, the phrase continues to be utilized in family courts. Calderbank letters are only relevant when the issue of costs arises.



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Legal Terms – Call
A call is a formal ceremony where students of the Inns of Court are admitted as barristers. The student's name is announced and he is formally admitted to the legal profession by the Treasurer of his Inn. Call ceremonies occur quarterly, with one ceremony held during each dining term. 2. A request made by a company, as specified in the articles of organization or an ordinary resolution, that obliges company members to fully or partially pay the nominal value of their shares. Unless stated otherwise in the articles, shareholders of the same class must be equitably contacted for calls. It is important to differentiate between calls and installments. Calls are to payments that are required to be made at a later period, as established when the shares were initially issued. On the other hand, instalments are payments that become due on a specific predetermined date.


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Legal Terms – Calling the Jury
Calling the jury Announcing the names of those selected to serve on a jury as a result of a ballot of the jury panel.


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Legal Terms - Calvo clause
A contractual provision stipulating that the parties involved in the agreement mutually consent to exclusively resort to domestic legal measures in case of any disagreement. The inclusion of such a provision in a contract was initially an effort by Latin American nations to prevent diplomatic interference in the event of a disagreement with a foreign citizen. By including this provision, it was claimed that the foreign citizen had waived the protection of their government. The clause, known as the Carlos Calvo clause, is generally unnecessary for two main reasons. Firstly, diplomatic intervention is a prerogative of the state and cannot be waived by an individual. Secondly, the requirement to exhaust local remedies before seeking diplomatic intervention is always considered a prerequisite. Since the 1930s, similar clauses have ceased to be employed in international disputes.


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Legal Terms –Cancellation
Cancellation is a noun that refers to the act of terminating or ending something. 1. (in equity) - This refers to a legal concept related to fairness and justice. A court order that nullifies the legal validity of specified papers. This situation may arise when a document has served its intended function, but keeping it could potentially result in unfounded allegations against the person who created it. 2. (pertaining to business law) The right to terminate a business contract once it has been executed. The right to cancel is applicable to contracts that are made remotely, such as mail order and online sales, when the contract is with a consumer. This right is especially important in areas like time-share sales and consumer finance. The term is typically not employed to signify "termination," but rather the prompt conclusion of the contract shortly after its formation.


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Legal Terms – Cannabis
Cannabis is a substance derived from the crushed leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, scientifically known as Cannabis sativa. Cannabis is classified as a restricted substance belonging to Class B. The Misuse of Drugs (Amendment) Regulations 2018 allowed the medical utilization of cannabis for individuals with "exceptional clinical need". So far, this has been understood to encompass those with epilepsy or those experiencing extremely severe side effects from chemotherapy. The cannabis must be recommended by a licensed specialized physician.



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