Rules
/ruːlz/
Definitions
- (n.) Prescribed directions or principles governing conduct within a legal or procedural context.
The court applied the rules of evidence to admit the testimony.
- (v.) Third-person singular present of rule, meaning to exercise authority or control.
The judge rules on matters of law during the trial.
Forms
- rule
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish between 'rules' as procedural norms and 'rules' as actions of governing; the context clarifies usage.
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