A B C D E F G H I J L M N O P Q R S T U V W

G

garnishment - A legal proceeding in which a debtor's money, in the possession of another (called the garnishee), is applied to the debts of the debtor, such as when a creditor garnishes a debtor's wages.

good time - A reduction in sentenced time in prison as a reward for good behavior. It usually is one third to one half off the maximum sentence.

grand jury - A group of citizens assembled in secret to hear or investigate allegations of criminal behavior. A grand jury has authority to conduct criminal investigations and to charge a crime through an indictment.

grantor or settlor - The person who sets up a trust.

guardian - A person appointed by will or by law to assume responsibility for incompetent adults or minor children. If a parent dies, this will usually be the other parent. If both die, it probably will be a close relative.

guardianship - Legal right given to a person to be responsible for the food, housing, health care, and other necessities of a person deemed incapable or providing these necessities for himself or herself. Can also include financial affairs, and thus perform additionally as a conservator.

Resources