court of law
noun phrase
: a court that hears cases and decides them on the basis of statutes or the common law
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Several campaign finance lawyers aligned with Republicans argue that the campaign does not have legal authority to do that — and that the maneuver is all but certain to be challenged before the FEC or in a court of law.
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Maeve Reston, Washington Post, 22 July 2024
His acting career spiralling downhill during his legal battle is a direct result of his decision to assault and harass his former partner, actions that were proven in a court of law.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 22 June 2024
Let the people decide guilt or innocence in a court of law.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 8 July 2024
However, prosecutors will now face a high legal bar to hold a president accountable in a court of law.
—Maya Homan, USA TODAY, 1 July 2024
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Maeve Reston, Washington Post, 22 July 2024
His acting career spiralling downhill during his legal battle is a direct result of his decision to assault and harass his former partner, actions that were proven in a court of law.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 22 June 2024
Let the people decide guilt or innocence in a court of law.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 8 July 2024
However, prosecutors will now face a high legal bar to hold a president accountable in a court of law.
—Maya Homan, USA TODAY, 1 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for court of law
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“Court of law.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/court%20of%20law. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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