Quasi-Judicial Officer
/ˈkwɒzaɪˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈɒfɪsər/
Definitions
- (n.) An official or body authorized to adjudicate or make decisions in administrative or legal matters with powers resembling those of a court.
The quasi-judicial officer reviewed the license application and issued a ruling based on the evidence.
Forms
- quasi-judicial officer
- quasi-judicial officers
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Commentary
Quasi-judicial officers exercise functions that require impartial decision-making and procedural fairness but are distinct from judges; clarity on their scope and authority is crucial in legal drafting.
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