Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes > Title 35 > Chapter 5 > Part I - Appointment, Bond, and Office [Repealed]

• Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
• Escrow: Money given to a third party to be held for payment until certain conditions are met.
• Oath: A promise to tell the truth.