Legal Glossary
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Glossary – Letter U
ULTRA VIRES
Latin: “Beyond the power.” Transcending legal power or authority, especially if by an officer of a corporation.
UNDUE INFLUENCE
Exerting influence or control over another to the extent of destroying free agency or voluntary consent.
UNLAWFUL ENTRY AND DETAINER
A summary remedy to rightfully restore possession of real property.
UNSUPERVISED PROBATION
A conditional suspension of a prison sentence under the supervision of the judge.
USURY
A higher rate of interest charged on loans or accounts than allowed by law.