Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Adjourning

👉 The adjourning of a court or proceeding is the act of setting aside (adjourn) the hearing, trial, or decision by the judge. It occurs when the judge decides to suspend or cancel proceedings for reasons such as unavailability of witnesses or legal reasons. <0x0A><0x0A>Example: In a criminal case, the adjourning of the trial is a temporary break in the proceedings for the purpose of examining and investigating evidence or obtaining additional information.

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