Definition

Referring to a legal process or situation that does not include a jury.

Example

The case was decided in a nonjury trial, where only a judge made the ruling.

Conversation

Did you hear about the nonjury trial that just started?

Yeah, I read something about it. It's pretty unusual, isn't it?

I wonder how that will affect the outcome without a jury involved.

It'll be interesting to see if it changes the way the case is presented.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonjury → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "jury" (from Old French *juree*, meaning sworn body of people). The word "nonjury" refers to a situation or legal proceeding that does not involve a jury.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') having a 'sworn body' ('jury') to decide a case — that's why nonjury means there is no jury involved.

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