Amicus Curiae
/ˈæmɪkəs ˈkjʊəriˌiː/
Definitions
- (n.) A person or group who is not a party to a case but offers information or expertise relevant to the matter before the court.
The court accepted an amicus curiae brief to better understand the wider implications of the law.
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Commentary
Amicus curiae briefs are often invited or accepted at the court's discretion to provide impartial insights or policy implications without direct stake in the outcome.
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