Court Record
/ˈkɔːrt ˈrɛkərd/
Definitions
- (n.) An official written or electronic compilation of documents, evidence, and proceedings maintained by a court during a case.
The judge reviewed the court record before issuing a ruling.
Forms
- court records
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Commentary
The court record serves as the authoritative source for case history and is crucial for appeals and legal research.
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