“respondent”
This page shows official legal definitions of “respondent” 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.
United Kingdom
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The other party (to the appellant) in a case which is the subject of an appeal.
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New Zealand
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The person against whom an application to the court is made (or the opposing party to an appeal).
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Australia
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A person against whom a summons has been issued or an appeal brought, or a person who legal proceedings have been brought against in a civil dispute.
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