Contendere
/kənˈtɛn.də.reɪ/
Definitions
- (v.) To dispute or assert in legal proceedings.
The parties agree to contendere the liability in court.
- (v.) To agree to settle a matter without proceeding to a full trial, often through a plea of no contest.
The defendant chose to contendere to the charges to avoid a lengthy trial.
Forms
- contends
- contended
- contending
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'contendere' often implies an official acceptance of accusations without admitting guilt, useful in plea bargains.
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