Summary Disposition
/ˈsʌməri dɪspəˈzɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A judicial determination of a case or issue without a full trial, typically based on pleadings, depositions, and admissions.
The court granted summary disposition in favor of the defendant after reviewing the undisputed facts.
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- summary dispositions
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Commentary
Often used synonymously with summary judgment, 'summary disposition' emphasizes the final ruling without trial; drafters should clarify if it includes judgment on the merits or procedural rulings.
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