Lotteries Law and Legal Definition. According to the Federal Lottery Law, it is illegal to operate a lottery through the mail or over the telephone. A lottery exists when you must pay for a chance to win a prize. The prize could range from money to jewelry or a new car. The chance means an opportunity to win, such as a drawing or a matching lucky number. Consideration means some sort of payment by you.
JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES IN THE APPLICATION OF CUSTOMARY LAW IN THE CUSTOMARY COURT OF APPEAL Customary Law is applied primarily in the customary courts or Area Courts as well as the Customary Court of Appeal. which are inferior courts of records.
Jurisdictional Statement Law and Legal Definition. Jurisdictional statement is the section of an appellate brief that asserts the basis of appealability and the suitability of the court to hear the claim. It states the name of the trial court and the judge. It also contains the final judgmentâs date which is listed on the certificate of distribution.