Gag Orders
/ˈɡæɡ ˌɔrdərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Court orders restricting parties or witnesses from speaking publicly about certain case details to protect privacy, fair trial rights, or confidential information.
The judge issued gag orders to prevent the media from disclosing sensitive testimony.
Forms
- gag order
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Commentary
Gag orders commonly arise to balance free speech rights against fair trial concerns; drafters should specify scope and duration clearly to avoid overbreadth.
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