Ex Parte in United Kingdom

Definition of Ex Parte

Literally means without the other side.

Ex parte in Legal Latin

Meaning of the latin term “Ex parte” from the University of Kent: 1. On the part of one side only – An ex parte hearing is defined in the Glossary to the Criminal

Procedure Rules as a hearing where only one party is allowed to attend and make submissions.

However, the term ex parte is no longer generally used in civil proceedings, having been replaced by

the phrase without notice.

2. On behalf of – This term is used in the headings of law reports together with the name of the person

making the application to the court in the case in question, for example in applications for judicial

review.

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See Also

• Legal Latin Maxims
• Legal Latin Quotes
• Legal Latin Dictionary