Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 14 Sec. 7213

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
If on trial the defendant proves that he is such tenant or agent, or the legal owner of such estate, he shall recover his costs to be paid as aforesaid.