Jurisprudence - study, theory, or philosophy of law

“Juris (from “ius, iuris” = law) + “prudentia(knowledge)”

Jurisdiction - the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law a matter that falls within the court's jurisdiction

“Law” + “dictio(participle form of “to say” aka ‘saying’)”

Perjure - willfully tell an untruth when giving evidence to a court; commit perjury.

“per(wrong)” + “ius(law)” - to wrong the law

Impunity - freedom from punishment

“in(not)” + “punire/punitum(to punish)”

Subpoena - a writ ordering a person to attend a court.

“under/beneath” + “penalty” (of law)

Litigation - The process of a lawsuit

“litigare/litigatum(to press a lawsuit)”