Remission
/rɪˈmɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of a creditor forgiving or canceling a debt or obligation, either partially or entirely.
The court granted remission of the defendant's debt.
- (n.) In criminal law, the reduction or cancellation of a sentence or penalty imposed on a defendant.
The prisoner received remission of his sentence for good behavior.
- (n.) In medical-legal contexts, a temporary or permanent reduction or abatement of disease symptoms, often relevant to disability claims.
The claimant's remission from symptoms affected the disability evaluation.
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Commentary
Remission most commonly involves forgiveness or reduction of debts or sentences; clarity is important to distinguish financial from penal contexts.
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