Allowed

/əˈlaʊd/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Permitted by law or rule; officially sanctioned or lawful.
    The defendant was allowed to present additional evidence during the trial.
  2. (v. (past participle)) Having given permission or consent; authorized.
    The court allowed the motion to dismiss.

Commentary

In legal drafting, "allowed" often denotes formal permission granted by a court or authority, and is frequently used in procedural contexts such as motions or evidence submission.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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