“judgment”

This page shows official legal definitions of “judgment” 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.

Jurisdiction: New Zealand New Zealand

The final order or set of orders made by a court after a hearing, often accompanied by reasons which set out the facts and law applied to the case.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms (New Zealand Ministry of Justice)
Jurisdiction: United States United States

The official decision of a court finally resolving the dispute between the parties to the lawsuit.

Source: Glossary of Legal Terms (United States Courts)
Jurisdiction: United States United States

In criminal cases, the adjudication of guilty and fixing the punishment.

Source: Criminal Glossary (Superior Court of California, County of San Diego)