Hearing Date
/ˈhɪərɪŋ deɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The scheduled day on which a court or tribunal hears and considers a legal case or motion.
The hearing date for the custody dispute was set for next Tuesday.
Forms
- hearing date
- hearing dates
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Commentary
The hearing date is fixed by the court to organize proceedings and notify involved parties; clarity in notices about this date is crucial to ensure due process.
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