Source
/ˈsɔːrs/
Definitions
- (n.) A point of origin or provenance of information, rights, or obligations relevant to legal contexts.
The source of the contract's terms was clearly documented.
- (n.) A person, document, or authority from which evidence or information is obtained in legal proceedings.
The witness was the source of new evidence in the trial.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the 'source' of a clause or provision aids clarity and attribution, particularly when tracing obligations or rights.
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