question of law
A "question of law" is a legal issue that requires interpretation or application of legal principles, typically resolved by a judge.
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Definition
C1Legal Proceedings
(technical, formal)An issue concerning the interpretation or application of legal principles, decided by a judge rather than a jury.
Example
- The judge ruled on the question of law before the trial proceeded to the jury.
C1Court Decisions
(technical, formal)A matter that involves determining the relevant legal rules and how they apply to specific circumstances.
Example
- Determining whether the evidence was admissible was a question of law for the judge to decide.
Similar
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