Extrajudicial Action
/ˌɛkstrəˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈækʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An act taken outside the official judicial process, often lacking legal authorization or oversight.
The company was accused of carrying out extrajudicial actions against its former employees.
- (n.) A government or authority's use of power without formal judicial approval, frequently involving enforcement or punishment.
Extrajudicial actions by law enforcement have raised serious human rights concerns.
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- extrajudicial actions
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Commentary
Use with caution as extrajudicial actions often imply illegality or lack of procedural fairness.
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