La fianza
Example: La fianza garantiza que el acusado cumplirá con el juicio.
Definition
"La fianza" is a legal term referring to a sum of money or property deposited as a guarantee to ensure that an accused person will appear in court or fulfill certain legal obligations. It acts as a financial assurance in judicial proceedings.
Etymology
The term "la fianza" comes from the Spanish word derived from the Old French 'fiancer,' meaning to pledge or trust. It originally referred to a guarantee or security, reflecting its current legal use as a bond or surety to ensure compliance with judicial requirements.
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"La fianza" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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