Virtual Hearing

/ˈvɜrtʃuəl ˈhɪərɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legal proceeding conducted remotely via electronic communication tools rather than in person.
    The court scheduled a virtual hearing to accommodate participants from different states.

Forms

  • virtual hearing
  • virtual hearings

Commentary

Virtual hearings have become increasingly common with advancements in technology and are particularly useful for maintaining judicial efficiency and access to justice during constraints such as pandemics.

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