Judgment (law) facts for kids

A judgment is a very important decision made by a court or a judge. It's like the final answer or ruling in a legal case. This decision tells everyone involved what their rights are and what their responsibilities or "liabilities" are.

When a court gives a judgment, it usually explains why it made that decision. This explanation helps everyone understand the court's thinking.

Sometimes, people use the phrase "reasons for judgment." This means the court's explanation for its decision. The word "judgment" itself usually refers to the final decision or court order. Whether it's from a court or another official group called a tribunal, a judgment is always the very last part of a court case. You can also call it a "legal decision."

What is a Court Judgment?

A court judgment is the official outcome of a legal problem. Imagine two people have a disagreement they can't solve on their own. They might go to court to ask a judge to help. The judge listens to both sides and then makes a decision. This decision is the judgment. It tells everyone what should happen next.

For example, a judgment might say who owns something, or if someone needs to pay money to another person. It makes things clear and final.

Why Courts Make Judgments

Judges don't just make decisions without thinking. They carefully look at all the facts and evidence presented in court. They also follow the law very closely. The judgment explains how the judge used the law and the facts to reach their final decision.

This explanation is important because it shows that the court's decision is fair and based on rules, not just a random choice. It also helps people understand the law better for future situations.

Different Names for Judgments

You might hear a judgment called a "legal decision." This is because it's a decision made by a legal authority, like a court. The "reasons for judgment" are the detailed explanations from the judge. Think of it like a teacher explaining why they gave a certain grade on a test. The grade is the judgment, and the explanation is the reasons for judgment.

In short, a judgment is the official, final word from a court that settles a legal issue. It brings a court case to an end.

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  Judicial judgment of debt, Greene County, Pennsylvania, 1815

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In Spanish: Sentencia para niños