Court Terminology Alternatives

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This conversation provides alternative phrases for legal terms like if the court is of the opinion and held by the court, offering options such as determines, finds, and ruled. It refines legal sentences for clarity, such as ensuring evidence is available before an accused is discharged. It corrects grammatical errors in legal contexts, like using mero motu correctly. The conversation also suggests synonyms for credibility and force, and refines complex legal sentences for better readability and formality.

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different terms for held by the court
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Sure! Here are some alternative terms for "held by the court":
- Ruled by the court
- Decided by the court
- Determined by the court
- Concluded by the court
- Adjudged by the court
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Does this make sense If there is no evidence available at the close of the state’s case, the strength on which an accused may be convicted, such an accused is entitled to be discharged
Your statement makes sense, but it could be clearer. Here's a refined version:
"If there is no evidence available at the close of the State’s case on which an accused may be convicted, the accused is entitled to be discharged."
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Can I rather use my sentence
Yes, you can use your sentence, but it might be beneficial to ensure clarity and conciseness in legal documents. Your original sentence is mostly clear, but here’s a slightly refined version for better readability:
"If there is no evidence available at the close of the State’s case on which an accused may be convicted, such an accused is entitled to be discharged."
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That is too basic
Got it, you seem to be looking for more advanced legal language assistance. How can I further help you with your legal document or context? Is there a particular term or phrase you're struggling with?
is this grammatically correct for legal grammar The court may also grant a section * meru motu.
Your original sentence has a small grammatical error. Here's the corrected version:
"The court may also grant a section * mero motu."
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What about the court may also grant a discharge in accordance with section * meru motu
Your question about the court's ability to grant a discharge under section * mero motu is quite relevant. Here's a refined version to ensure clarity and correctness:
"The court may also grant a discharge in accordance with section * mero motu."
Section * of the Criminal Procedure Act in South Africa allows for the discharge of an accused at the close of the State's case if there is no evidence on which a reasonable person might convict.
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define decimated
"Decimated" typically means to destroy a large portion of something or to severely reduce the strength or number of something.
Do you have a specific legal context in which you need to use the term "decimated"? This can help me provide a more precise definition or relevant alternatives.
can I say the credibility of material evidence has been utterly decimated
Yes, you can say "the credibility of material evidence has been utterly decimated." It means the evidence's reliability has been severely undermined. This phrase effectively conveys significant damage to the evidence's trustworthiness. Any specific context or document you're working on?
other words for credibility
Sure! Here are some alternative words for "credibility":
- Reliability
- Trustworthiness
- Believability
- Authenticity
- Integrity
- Plausibility
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rephrase decimated due to the severity of the credibility of the witness being compromised.
"Severely diminished due to the significant compromise of the witness's credibility."
does this make sense The basis of the rule of non-compellability is to force the prosecution to prove its case before an accused may be expected to respond.
Your statement makes sense, but it could be clearer. Here's a refined version:
"The basis of the rule of non-compellability is to require the prosecution to prove its case before the accused is expected to respond."
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That's too close to the original text that I summarised. Please try again
Got it, let's refine it further:
"The rule of non-compellability ensures the prosecution must prove its case before the accused needs to respond."
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other more formal words for force
Sure, here are some more formal words for "force":
- Compel
- Oblige
- Mandate
- Coerce
- Enforce
- Impel
- Constrain
Is there a specific legal context or document where you need to use these terms?
what about The principle driving the rule of non-compellability is designed to oblige the prosecution to prove its case before an accused may be expected to respond.
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Your sentence is clear and formal. Here's a slightly refined version to enhance formality and readability:
"The principle underpinning the rule of non-compellability mandates that the prosecution must prove its case before the accused is required to respond."
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what about The principle driving the rule of non-compellability is designed to oblige the prosecution to prove its case before an accused may be expected to respond.
Your sentence is already quite clear and formal. However, if you want a slight refinement for better readability and formality, consider this:
"The principle underlying the rule of non-compellability is intended to require the prosecution to prove its case before the accused is expected to respond."
Is there any other aspect of your legal document you need help with?