Legal Investigation
/ˈliːɡəl ɪnˌvɛstəˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A systematic process of gathering, examining, and evaluating evidence for use in legal proceedings or compliance.
The legal investigation uncovered critical documents that influenced the trial outcome.
Forms
- legal investigation
- legal investigations
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Commentary
Use 'legal investigation' to emphasize the formal, methodical inquiry undertaken to support legal claims or defenses; important to differentiate from informal or preliminary inquiries.
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