Online Court

/ˈɒn.laɪn kɔːrt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A judicial forum that operates via digital platforms, allowing parties to submit documents, attend hearings, and receive judgments remotely.
    The online court handled small claims cases without requiring physical presence.

Forms

  • online court
  • online courts

Commentary

Online courts streamline access to justice but require careful attention to digital evidence handling and data privacy.

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