Conditional Discharge
/kənˈdɪʃənəl dɪsˈtʃɑrdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) A judicial order releasing a defendant under stipulated conditions without imposing a formal sentence, subject to compliance.
The court granted a conditional discharge, requiring the defendant to complete community service.
Forms
- conditional discharges
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Commentary
Conditional discharges straddle a middle ground between conviction and dismissal, providing a means of rehabilitation without full sentencing; clarity in conditions is crucial.
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