State Legislature

State Legislature A state legislature is the legislative body of a state or province. It is a unicameral or bicameral body that makes laws for the state. The state legislature is responsible for passing laws, approving the state budget, and confirming the governor’s appointments. The state legislature is made up of elected representatives from each … Read more

Dilatory Motion

Dilatory Motion A dilatory motion is a motion that is made in order to delay the proceedings of a court case. Such motions are often made by defendants who are trying to avoid trial or who are hoping to gain an advantage by delaying the proceedings. There are a number of different types of dilatory … Read more

Sessions of Parliament, Devices of Parliamentary Proceedings

Sessions of Parliament Parliament is the supreme legislative body of the United Kingdom. It is made up of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The House of Commons is the elected chamber, with 650 members. The House of Lords is the unelected chamber, with around 800 members. Parliament meets in the Palace … Read more