Hindrances

/ˈhɪn.drənsɪz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Obstacles or impediments that delay or prevent legal processes or actions.
    The court acknowledged several hindrances affecting the timely resolution of the case.

Forms

  • hindrance

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'hindrances' often refer to factors that obstruct procedural or substantive rights, distinct from formal legal bars.

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