In legal contexts, the term “bench” typically refers to the seat where a judge sits during court proceedings. It can also represent the collective body of judges or justices who preside over a court, such as a panel of judges in an appellate court. Additionally, “bench” may refer to the position or status of being a judge, as in someone who has been appointed or elected to serve as a judicial officer. The term “bench” is commonly used in phrases like “bench trial” (a trial without a jury where the judge decides the case) or “bench warrant” (a court order issued by a judge for the arrest of an individual).
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