Judicial Order

/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈɔːrdər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A directive issued by a judge or court that requires or prohibits specific actions.
    The court issued a judicial order demanding the defendant to cease operations immediately.
  2. (n.) A binding determination made by a court in the course of a legal proceeding.
    The judicial order resolved the dispute over property rights.

Forms

  • judicial order
  • judicial orders

Commentary

Judicial orders differ from legislative or executive orders as they arise from judicial authority; clarity in specifying the scope and enforcement mechanism is critical in drafting.

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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