Urgency
/ˈɜːrdʒənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of requiring swift action or attention, often invoked in legal contexts to prioritize certain procedures or filings.
The court agreed to expedite the hearing due to the urgency of the matter.
- (n.) A legal principle justifying immediate relief or intervention to prevent irreparable harm.
A motion for a temporary restraining order is granted based on the urgency of preventing damage.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, express urgency clearly to justify expedited processes or emergency relief measures.
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