A LegalOrder is a directive by a legal authority regarding a participant. The details of the order include (but are not limited to) the issue date, effective date, termination date, issuing court, etc. The Order can also include an electronic copy of the actual legal order.

Example

Crystal Jones was no longer attending high school, but frequently would visit her friends in the smoking section during breaks, as she lived nearby. Professors reported this information to the school Principle and the police were called. Crystal took flight with the police officer in pursuit on foot.Before long the officer was able to apprehend Crystal, explain the charge and her rights, and detain her. She was brought back to the station where she consented to a search by a female officer and a sizable amount of marijuana was seized. As she demonstrated that she was a potential flight risk, she was detained pending a Bail Court Hearing within 24 hours. At Crystal's court appearance, both Prosecution and Defense Counsels presented pertinent evidence and information related to Crystal and the incident.

A Judicial Interim Release (bail) Hearing was held because Crystal had been detained. The court supported the decision to continue with secure detention during court proceedings. Contrary to her Defense counsel's advice, Crystal pleading not guilty.

The Youth Court Justice heard the case and considered all evidence finding Crystal guilty. The Justice ordered a full psychological assessment as well as a pre-sentence report.