Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vacatur
Noun
/vəˈkeɪtər/
Definition
A legal term referring to a court order that nullifies or sets aside a previous judgment or order.
Examples
- The court issued a vacatur of the previous ruling due to procedural errors.
- After the appeal, the judge granted a vacatur, allowing for a retrial.
- The vacatur of the decision was a significant victory for the defendant.
Meaning
Vacatur is used when a court decides to cancel the legal effect of a prior ruling, often in response to an appeal or new evidence.
Synonyms
- Nullification
- Reversal
- Annulment
