conclusion of fact

conclusion of fact
conclusion of fact: a fact inferred to exist from other facts actually proved by evidence

Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. . 1996.

conclusion of fact
n.
A conclusion reached by examining only the facts and evidence, without applying any law.

The Essential Law Dictionary. — Sphinx Publishing, An imprint of Sourcebooks, Inc. . 2008.


conclusion of fact
In a trial, the final result of an analysis of the facts presented in evidence, made by the trier of fact (a jury or judge). When a judge is the trier of fact, he or she will present orally in open court or in a written judgment the conclusions of fact supporting the decision.
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Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary. . 2009.


conclusion of fact
n. A deduction reached without applying any substantive law, but entirely from facts that are observed or shown to be true or genuine. For example, the determination that Jones' bicycle had a flat tire when he purchased it is a conclusion of fact.

Webster's New World Law Dictionary. . 2000.

conclusion of fact
n.
   in a trial, the final result of an analysis of the facts presented in evidence, made by the trier of fact (a jury or by the judge if there is no jury). When a judge is the trier of fact he/she will present orally in open court or in a written judgment his/her findings of fact to support his/her decision. In most cases either party is entitled to written conclusion of facts if requested.
   See also: finding, judgment

Law dictionary. . 2013.

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