findings of fact

findings of fact
n. The conclusions of a judge, jury, or administrative tribunal regarding the underlying facts of the case under consideration.

Webster's New World Law Dictionary. . 2000.

findings of fact
n.
   See also: finding

Law dictionary. . 2013.

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