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swahili [verb]

Tangua hukumu

Maana (Definition)

To formally annul, set aside, or invalidate a prior court ruling or conviction upon appeal.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

vacate a court judgment / quash judicial verdict

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tangua ruling

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Appellate Procedure
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mahakama kuu ilitangua hukumu ya mahakama ya chini kwa ukosefu wa ushahidi."

Translation: The High Court vacated the judgment of the lower court due to lack of evidence.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
HukumuTii sheria bila shurutiRufaa
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