“dissolution”
This page shows official legal definitions of “dissolution” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
Canada
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The bringing to an end of a Parliament, either at the conclusion of its five-year term or by proclamation of the Governor General. It is followed by a general election.
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New Zealand
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An order formally ending ('dissolving') a marriage or civil union. Commonly referred to as a ‘divorce’.
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