A not guilty verdict on all charges normally ends a criminal case âthe prosecution cannot appeal an acquittal. A guilty verdict on some or all charges, however, doesnât necessarily mean the case is over. Defendants who think theyâve been wrongfully convicted can:
Friendly political wager A friendly political wager is a largely symbolic wager made between politicians representing two cities or areas on the outcome of an important sports contest between teams representing those same two cities or areas.
Gallivanting = having a good time, a carefree existance [probably from the French Galant meaning stylish, gentlemanly etc. Quid = pound [and now a Euro], I owe you a quid = here's a Euro. gouger = knacker, low life, someone likely to rob you