Extrajudicial refers to actions, processes, or proceedings that occur outside of the formal judicial system or without involvement from a court of law. In legal contexts, extrajudicial activities can include negotiations, settlements, arbitration, mediation, or administrative proceedings that aim to resolve disputes or legal matters without resorting to litigation or formal adjudication in court. Extrajudicial proceedings may offer parties more flexibility, privacy, and efficiency in resolving their disputes, and they often allow for creative solutions tailored to the parties’ specific needs and interests. However, the outcomes of extrajudicial processes may not always be legally binding or enforceable unless they are subsequently approved by a court or incorporated into a formal legal agreement. Overall, extrajudicial methods of dispute resolution provide alternative avenues for resolving conflicts outside of traditional litigation and can offer benefits such as cost savings, faster resolution, and reduced adversarialism.
beyond the usual course of legal proceedings; legally unwarranted
adj. referring to actions outside the judicial (court) system, such as an extra-legal confession, which, if brought in as evidence, may be recognised by the judge during a trial.
- Out of or beyond the power or authority of a court or judge; beyond jurisdiction.
- Carried out without legal authority.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March, 2024.
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