§ 511.1 Scope of the rules
§ 511.2 Nature of adjudicative proceedings
§ 511.3 Definitions

Terms Used In CFR > Title 49 > Subtitle B > Chapter V > Part 511 > Subpart A - Scope of Rules; Nature of Adjudicative Proceedings, Definitions

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Docket: A log containing brief entries of court proceedings.
  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.