Reverse - The act of a court setting aside the decision of a lower court. A reversal is often accompanied by a remand to the lower court for further proceedings.⏎
Pro se - Representing oneself. Serving as one's own lawyer.⏎
Prosecute - To charge someone with a crime. A prosecutor tries a criminal case on behalf of the government⏎
Petty offense - A federal misdemeanor punishable by six months or less in prison.⏎
Per curiam - Latin, meaning "for the court." In appellate courts, often refers to an unsigned opinion.⏎