Justiciability

/ˌdʒʌstɪsɪˈæbɪlɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The quality or state of being appropriate for court review or capable of being decided by a court.
    The court dismissed the case for lack of justiciability.

Commentary

Justiciability determines if a judicial body can legitimately adjudicate an issue, often considering factors like standing and ripeness.

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