Definition of in limine
: on the threshold : as a preliminary matter —used for motions regarding the admissibility of evidence brought up at a pretrial hearing
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in limine
adverb
in lim·i·ne
\in-ˈli-mə-nē, -ˈlē-mi-nā\
Legal Definition of in limine
: at the beginning : as a preliminary matter; specifically : before a particular procedure or proceeding takes place
Origin and Etymology of in limine
Latin, on the threshold
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in limine
adjective
in li·mi·ne
Legal Definition of in limine
: of, relating to, or being a motion, petition, or order regarding the admissibility of evidence whose exclusion is sought especially on the ground that it is prejudicial
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