Legal Definitions - memorial

Definition: A memorial is a written statement of facts presented to a legislature or executive as a petition. It can also refer to an abstract of a legal record, especially a deed.

1. After the tragic event, the community came together to create a memorial for the victims.

2. The lawyer presented a memorial to the court, summarizing the key points of the case.

3. The historical society created a memorial to honor the soldiers who fought in the war.

These examples illustrate how a memorial can be used to commemorate an event or honor individuals. It can also be used as a legal document to summarize important information related to a case or record.