Legal Challenge
/ˈliːgəl ˈtʃælɪndʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) An act of contesting the validity, legality, or enforcement of a law, decision, or proceeding in a court of law.
The attorney filed a legal challenge against the new regulation, arguing it violated constitutional rights.
Forms
- legal challenges
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Commentary
A legal challenge typically involves procedural or substantive objections and may be strategic in litigation. Precise phrasing is crucial to define the scope of challenge and the relief sought.
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