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Dilatory plea

Dilatory plea Meaning & Definition
Dilatory plea Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Dilatory plea?

[n] 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)

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