Ultimate Decree
/ˈʌltɪmət dɪˈkriː/
Definitions
- (n.) A final judgment or decree issued by a court, concluding all matters in a case with no further appeals available.
The ultimate decree concluded the litigation, leaving the parties no further legal recourse.
Forms
- ultimate decrees
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Commentary
The term emphasizes conclusiveness; drafters should specify if it prohibits further appeals or modifications.
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