Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grant-a-motion
Legal Term
/ɡrænt ə ˈmoʊʃən/
Definition
A legal term used to indicate the approval of a request made to a court for a particular motion.
Examples
- The judge decided to grant-a-motion for a continuance in the upcoming trial.
- After reviewing the evidence, the court granted the motion to dismiss the case.
- The attorney filed a motion to compel discovery, and the court granted-a-motion quickly.
Meaning
To grant a motion means that the court has accepted and allowed the request brought forward in court, resulting in a ruling or order in favor of the petitioner.
Synonyms
- Approve a motion
- Allow a motion
- Accept a request
