In legal terms, an exception refers to a circumstance or condition that deviates from the general rule or standard. It indicates a specific situation where a particular law, regulation, or principle does not apply. Exceptions are often defined within legal documents, such as statutes, contracts, or regulations, to provide flexibility or accommodate specific scenarios. They may arise due to unique circumstances, qualifications, or exemptions outlined within the relevant legal framework. Exceptions can impact the interpretation and application of laws, allowing for nuanced considerations in legal proceedings.
- a formal objection during trial ("We take exception, or simply, "exception")" to the ruling of a judge on any matter, including rulings on objections to evidence, to show to a higher court that the lawyer did not agree with the ruling. In modern practice, it is not necessary "to take exception" to a judge's adverse ruling, since it is now assumed that the attorney against whom the ruling is made objects. This also keeps the transcribed record from being cluttered with shouts of "exception."
- in contracts, statutes or deeds, a statement that some matter is not included.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.
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