Court Procedure

/ˈkɔrt prəˌsiːdʒər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The set of rules and steps by which courts conduct legal proceedings to adjudicate disputes.
    The court procedure requires filing a complaint before the case can proceed.

Forms

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Commentary

Court procedure governs the formal process of litigation and varies by jurisdiction; drafters should specify the applicable procedural rules.

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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