Shields
/ˈʃiːldz/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal protections or immunities that prevent harm or liability under specific circumstances.
The defendant claimed shields under the qualified immunity doctrine.
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In legal contexts, 'shields' typically refers to various forms of protection or defense that limit legal liability or exposure; it is often used metaphorically rather than referring to a physical object.
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