Define: Judicial Proceedings

Judicial proceedings refer to the formal legal processes and activities that take place within a court of law to resolve disputes, enforce rights, or adjudicate legal matters. These proceedings are governed by established rules of procedure and evidence and typically involve various stages, including filing of legal documents, pre-trial motions, discovery, hearings, trials, and post-trial motions or appeals. Judicial proceedings aim to provide parties with a fair and impartial forum to present their arguments, present evidence, and obtain a resolution to their legal disputes. They involve the participation of judges, attorneys, parties, witnesses, and sometimes jurors, each playing specific roles in the process. Judicial proceedings may vary in complexity and duration depending on the nature of the case, the legal issues involved, and the court’s docket. Ultimately, the outcome of judicial proceedings is determined by the application of relevant laws, legal principles, and precedents to the facts of the case, with the goal of achieving justice and resolving disputes in accordance with the rule of law.

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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.