Court of Inquiry
/ˈkɔːrt əv ɪnˈkwaɪəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal tribunal established to investigate specific facts or incidents and report findings for legal or administrative action.
The military established a court of inquiry to investigate the breach of protocol.
Forms
- court of inquiry
- courts of inquiry
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Commentary
Courts of inquiry are often used in military and administrative contexts to establish facts before further legal proceedings or disciplinary actions.
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