Inadmissibility
/ɪnˌædˌmɪsɪˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of being unacceptable or not allowed as evidence or argument in a court of law.
The judge ruled the document's inadmissibility due to improper authentication.
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Commentary
Inadmissibility often hinges on procedural and substantive legal grounds, such as relevance, prejudice, or authenticity, necessitating precise drafting to avoid ambiguity in evidentiary rules.
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