Per curiam - Latin, meaning "for the court." In appellate courts, often refers to an unsigned opinion.⏎
Pro se - Representing oneself. Serving as one's own lawyer.⏎
Probation - Sentencing option in the federal courts. With probation, instead of sending an individual to prison, the court releases the person to the community and orders him or her to complete a period of supervision monitored by a U.S. probation officer and to abide by certain conditions.⏎
Plea - In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges. See also nolo contendere.⏎
Nonexempt assets - Property of a debtor that can be liquidated to satisfy claims of creditors.⏎