Due Date
/ˈduː deɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The legally established deadline by which a payment, obligation, or action must be performed.
The tenant must pay rent by the due date specified in the lease agreement.
- (n.) The date by which a court filing, response, or procedural step must be completed to avoid penalties or default.
The plaintiff missed the due date for submitting evidence, resulting in exclusion of the documents.
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Commentary
Due date is critical in contract and procedural law to enforce timely performance and avoid legal consequences.
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