Pro se - Representing oneself. Serving as one's own lawyer.⏎
Petit jury (or trial jury) - A group of citizens who hear the evidence presented by both sides at trial and determine the facts in dispute. Federal criminal juries consist of 12 persons. Federal civil juries consist of at least six persons.⏎
Petty offense - A federal misdemeanor punishable by six months or less in prison.⏎
Nonexempt assets - Property of a debtor that can be liquidated to satisfy claims of creditors.⏎
Motion - A request by a litigant to a judge for a decision on an issue relating to the case.⏎