Strike out
A court procedure used to remove improper, irrelevant, scandalous, vexatious, or prejudicial material from court papers.
Definition
A strike-out issue usually turns on the exact wording in the pleading or affidavit and whether it causes prejudice or should not be part of the record. The practical review should identify the disputed paragraphs, document type, procedural rule, prejudice, timing, supporting affidavit where needed, and whether amendment, exception, objection, or argument is the better route.
Key takeaways
A court procedure used to remove improper, irrelevant, scandalous, vexatious, or prejudicial material from court papers.
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Related legal problems
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Common situations
Improper affidavit material
Prejudicial pleading
Court papers objection
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What does Strike out mean?
A court procedure used to remove improper, irrelevant, scandalous, vexatious, or prejudicial material from court papers.
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