Raising

/ˈreɪzɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act of bringing up or presenting a claim, defense, objection, or issue in a legal proceeding.
    The raising of a timely objection can affect the outcome of the trial.

Commentary

In legal drafting, specify the timing and manner of raising issues to preserve them for appeal.

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