Order of Dismissal
/ˈɔrdər ʌv dɪsˈmɪsəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A judicial directive terminating a case or claim without a trial on the merits, either voluntarily or involuntarily.
The court issued an order of dismissal due to lack of jurisdiction.
Forms
- order of dismissal
- orders of dismissal
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Commentary
An order of dismissal may be with or without prejudice; drafters should specify this to clarify if the case can be refiled.
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