Judicial Error
/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈɛrər/
Definitions
- (n.) A mistake or incorrect ruling made by a judge in the course of a legal proceeding, which may affect the outcome of a case.
The appellate court reversed the lower court's decision due to a judicial error in admitting evidence.
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- judicial errors
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Commentary
Judicial error typically refers to errors of law or procedure made by a judge; distinguishing these from factual errors or harmless errors is crucial for appeals.
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