Procedural Order
/ˌproʊ.siˈdʒʊr.əl ˈɔːr.dər/
Definitions
- (n.) A court-issued directive that governs the procedural aspects of a case, such as deadlines, motions, and hearings.
The judge issued a procedural order setting the timeline for submitting evidence.
Forms
- procedural orders
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Commentary
Procedural orders are distinct from substantive rulings as they address the process rather than the merits of the case.
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