Situated
/ˈsɪtʃueɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Located or positioned in a particular place or context, often used to describe the physical, social, or legal setting relevant to a case.
The court considered the rights of the parties as situated within the specific jurisdiction.
- (adj.) Having a specified relation or context that affects interpretation or application of law.
The law must be interpreted with respect to the situated circumstances of the defendant.
Forms
- past participle of situate
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Commentary
Typically used in legal texts to emphasize the importance of contextual facts or physical location relevant to rights, obligations, or jurisdiction.
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