Legal Inquiry
/ˈliːgəl ɪnˈkwaɪəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal process of investigation or examination of legal facts and issues by a court, tribunal, or authorized body.
The judge ordered a legal inquiry into the alleged misconduct.
- (n.) An official investigation conducted to determine the facts of a case or legal matter.
The government launched a legal inquiry to assess the regulatory compliance of the corporation.
Forms
- legal inquiry
- legal inquiries
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Commentary
Typically denotes a structured examination into legal issues; important to distinguish from informal inquiries or factual investigations without legal context.
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