Nonappearance
/ˌnɒnəˈpɪərəns/
Definitions
- (n.) The failure of a party or witness to appear at a specified legal proceeding.
The court issued a warrant following the defendant's nonappearance at the hearing.
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Commentary
Nonappearance specifically denotes a physical failure to attend, which may result in legal sanctions distinct from other defaults.
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