Emotion
/ɪˈmoʊʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A mental state involving feelings that can influence legal judgments, such as in assessing intent or damages.
The court considered the plaintiff's emotional distress in awarding damages.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, emotion often pertains to subjective mental states relevant to establishing elements like intent or emotional harm.
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