Moot Point
/ˈmuːt pɔɪnt/
Definitions
- (n.) A question or issue that remains unsettled and is therefore not subject to a court decision, often because it is no longer relevant or because the parties lack a current stake in the outcome.
The court ruled the dispute a moot point since the contract had already been executed.
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- moot points
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a moot point is distinct from a purely academic question; it indicates that the issue is not ripe for decision due to lack of practical effect. Courts often dismiss cases on mootness grounds to avoid advisory opinions.
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