DILATORY PLEA
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Dilatory Plea.
Dilatory Plea - as a noun
A plea that delays the action without settling the cause of action; it can challenge the jurisdiction or claim disability of the defendant etc. (such defenses are usually raised in the defendant's answer)
Example Sentences
"The defense lawyer tried to buy time by submitting a dilatory plea."
"The judge denied the dilatory plea and pushed for a trial date."
"The prosecution argued against the use of a dilatory plea in this case."
"The defendant's dilatory plea was seen as a stalling tactic by the court."
"The dilatory plea was dismissed as it lacked any legal basis."
