Legal Commentary
/ˈliːɡəl ˈkɒmənteri/
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- (n.) A written explanation or interpretation of legal texts, statutes, or case law, clarifying principles and aiding legal understanding.
The judge referred to the legal commentary to better understand the statute's intent.
- (n.) Scholarly articles or treatises that analyze and critique laws or judicial decisions.
Legal commentary published by experts can influence future court decisions.
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Commentary
Legal commentary often provides essential context and interpretative guidance complementary to the primary legal texts.
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