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error legal definition
noun
A mistake as to facts or law.
harmless error
A mistake by the judge that does not interfere with a partyÂ’s
rights or remedies, and that therefore does not warrant reversal of the
decision.
plain error
An error that is so obvious and causes such an adverse effect,
that an appeals court reverses a decision despite the affected partyÂ’s failure
to object to it during trial.
reversible error
A mistake by the judge that adversely affects a partyÂ’s rights or
remedies, and is, therefore, grounds for reversal on appeal.
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