Verbal Consent
/ˈvɜrbəl kənˈsɛnt/
Definitions
- (n.) An oral agreement or approval given expressly by spoken words rather than in writing.
The parties reached a deal based on verbal consent during the meeting.
- (n.) Permission granted through spoken communication, often sufficient to validate certain legal transactions absent written documentation.
The patient provided verbal consent before the medical procedure began.
Forms
- verbal consent
- verbal consents
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Commentary
Verbal consent is commonly accepted in many legal contexts but can pose evidentiary challenges; clear documentation or witnesses are advisable when relying on it.
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