Excuses
Definitions
- (n.) Reasons or justifications offered to exempt oneself from liability or blame in legal contexts.
The defendant presented several excuses for missing the court date.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish 'excuse' as a substantive defense from mere reasons to avoid responsibility; clarity prevents equivocation.
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