Prior(S) Definition and Legal Meaning

On this page, you'll find the legal definition and meaning of Prior(S), written in plain English, along with examples of how it is used.

What is Prior(S)?

refers to the previous or past criminal involvements and records, convictions and acquittals of the defendant in criminal cases. It is a slang for the same. The previous verdicts on the same person/defendant is of importance to derive the nature of person he /she is.