Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rogatory

Adjective
/ˈrɒɡ.ə.təri/
Definition
Relating to a formal request made to a court for judicial assistance.
Examples
  • The court issued a rogatory request to obtain evidence from the foreign nation.
  • Rogatory letters are essential in international legal cooperation.
Meaning
The term ‘rogatory’ is often used in legal contexts to describe actions or procedures that involve requests from one jurisdiction to another, typically in relation to gathering evidence or testimony.
Synonyms
  • Judicial
  • Legal
  • Formal request