trier of fact

Definition of "trier of fact"
  1. The individual or group, such as a jury or judge, who determines the facts in a legal proceeding or trial
How to use "trier of fact" in a sentence
  1. The trier of fact must remain unbiased while assessing evidence in a court case.
  2. The judge served as the trier of fact in the bench trial.
  3. In the administrative hearing, the commission was the trier of fact.

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