Disqualification
/ˌdɪskwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of declaring someone ineligible to participate or continue in a legal proceeding, office, or competition.
The lawyer faced disqualification due to a conflict of interest.
- (n.) A permanent or temporary removal of rights or privileges as a penalty.
His disqualification from holding public office was upheld by the court.
Forms
- disqualifications
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to address conflicts of interest or breaches of eligibility rules; clarity in grounds for disqualification is essential in drafting.
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