ANSWERS:

1. Replevy: What must I do?
A: Return the goods to their rightful owner.

2. Capias ad respondendum:
When can I get out of jail?
A: When the lawsuit against me is tried.

3. Quo warranto: What is the Judge asking?
A: What’s the legal authority for the government’s action?

4. Ratio decidendi: After careful consideration, the Judges of the Court of Appeals ______.
A: Explained the key to their decision.

5. Certiorari: What does the Supreme Court want?
A: To be informed.

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