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Legal Definitions - case stated
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Definition of case stated
Definition: A formal written statement of the facts in a case, submitted to the court jointly by the parties so that a decision may be rendered without trial.
Example: Two parties in a legal dispute agree on the facts of the case and submit a written statement to the court. The court can then make a decision without the need for a trial.
This example illustrates how a case stated can be used to simplify the legal process and avoid the need for a trial.
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Simple Definition
A case stated is a written statement of the facts in a legal case that is submitted to the court by both parties. This allows the court to make a decision without a trial. It can also refer to an appeal from a Magistrates' Court to the Divisional Court of Queen's Bench on a point of criminal law. A test case is a lawsuit brought to establish an important legal principle or right, often based on agreed facts between the parties.
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