Pending Motion
/ˈpɛndɪŋ ˈmoʊʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request submitted to a court that has not yet been decided.
The court will hear arguments on the pending motion tomorrow.
Forms
- pending motions
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Commentary
A pending motion remains active and undecided; parties may submit evidence or arguments related to it until resolved.
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