Criteria

Definitions

  1. (n.) Principles or standards by which something may be judged or decided in legal contexts.
    The court set forth clear criteria for establishing negligence.

Commentary

In legal drafting, it is important to clearly define the criteria to avoid ambiguity in application or interpretation.

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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