Judicial Hearing
/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈhɪərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal proceeding before a court or an administrative body where evidence and arguments are presented to decide legal issues.
The judge scheduled a judicial hearing to review the evidence.
- (n.) A session in which a judge hears arguments on procedural or preliminary matters in a case.
The parties appeared at the judicial hearing to discuss discovery disputes.
Forms
- judicial hearing
- judicial hearings
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Commentary
A judicial hearing typically involves judicial officers and differs from informal or settlement conferences; clarity on its procedural context is important in drafting.
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