Legal Defense
/ˈliːɡəl dɪˈfɛns/
Definitions
- (n.) The argument and evidence presented to establish a party's innocence or justify their conduct in a legal proceeding.
The defendant mounted a strong legal defense to counter the charges.
- (n.) The act of protecting oneself or another from legal accusations or penalties.
His legal defense involved hiring a skilled attorney to represent him.
Forms
- legal defenses
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Commentary
Use 'legal defense' specifically to refer to arguments and actions taken in court to contest charges or claims; distinguish from broader notions like 'self-defense'.
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