Judicial Fact

/ˈdʒuːdɪʃl fækt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A fact that a court must determine in the course of deciding a legal dispute, which influences the legal outcome.
    The judge carefully evaluated the judicial facts before rendering a verdict.

Forms

  • judicial fact
  • judicial facts

Commentary

Judicial facts are distinguished from legal facts (the applicable law); courts typically resolve disputes by determining judicial facts based on evidence presented.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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