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Liberty is the state of being free within society from control or oppressive restrictions. it is the right and power to believe, act, and express oneself as one chooses.

Equality is the state of being the same, especially in having the same rights, status, and opportunities. It means that every person is treated fairly and has the same chances in life regardless of their background.

Harassment is behavior that is not wanted and makes someone feel unhappy, scared, or uncomfortable. It usually happens many times and can include mean words, physical actions, or messages online.

Libel is a written statement that is false and damages a person's reputation. It refers to lies that are published in books, newspapers, or online that make people think badly of someone.

Slander is a false spoken statement that is intended to damage someone's reputation. It is a legal term for defamation that occurs through speech rather than in writing.

Due process is the legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights that are owed to a person. It ensures that laws are applied fairly and that every person has a chance to tell their side of the story before a decision is made.

The responsibility to provide facts or evidence to show that a statement is true. In a court or an argument, the person making a claim must prove it to others.

A legal standard that means a jury must be very sure a person is guilty of a crime. If there is a logical reason to think the person might be innocent, the jury has a reasonable doubt.

Double jeopardy is a legal rule that stops a person from being tried twice for the same crime. After a court makes a final decision, the government cannot take the person to court again for that specific act.

A legal principle or court order that requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released if there is no legal reason to keep them in jail.