Procedural Efficiency

/prəˈsiːdʒərəl ɪˈfɪʃənsi/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The principle of optimizing legal processes to minimize delay and cost while ensuring fairness and due process.
    Courts strive for procedural efficiency to handle cases promptly without sacrificing justice.

Forms

  • procedural efficiency

Commentary

Procedural efficiency emphasizes balance between timeliness and fairness rather than speed alone.

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